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Visit Anchorage

VP, Communications

Visit Anchorage, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507


In accordance with Visit Anchorage mission, this position works under the direct supervision of the President & CEO to manage the development and implementation of communications programs that promote Anchorage and the tourism industry to local, national, and international audiences.

Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.As a member of Visit Anchorage Leadership Team, you are required to model the following traits in every aspect of your job performance and professional conduct:

Foster and maintain open communication and collaboration with Leadership Team members.

Develop strategic marketing and communications plans based on research & board direction.

Supervise the writing and production of the Official Guide to Anchorage,

Local Flavor!

Official Restaurant and Entertainment Guide, Anchorage Meeting Planner Guide, membership newsletter and other high profile print or online publications.

Oversee all aspects of Visit Anchorage’s website, Internet and e-marketing programs and publications.

Supervise art/photography selected for publications and multi-media assets.

Direct a pro-active outreach program to travel editors and writers to promote Anchorage.

Manage local/regional media relations program.

Supervise, train, and delegate to Communications Department staff; responsible for leadership, reviews, and other administrative details necessary for effective management.

Present to Board of Directors, members, and other stakeholders.

Serve as spokesperson when President & CEO is unavailable.

Minimum Requirements:

4-year degree in communications or related field and at least five years of senior level communications experience in tourism or equivalent combination of education and experience; Alaska experience required. Demonstrated strategic thinking and research-based planning experience in Alaska. Working knowledge of Alaskan consumer marketing, e-commerce, wholesale packaging and database management as applied to market development. Excellent oral communication skills to speak one-on-one or to groups, staff, vendors, printers, members, Board of Directors and the media. Proven ability to develop and utilize e-marketing and/or Web-based Alaskan tourism marketing programs resulting in increased market share and penetration and/or creation of new market niches. Experience in maintaining ongoing positive interaction with the local Alaskan government, to include being actively involved in city development discussions; ensure Bureau positions on Alaskan tourism are recognized; experience in networking on behalf of the President & CEO with the destination’s civic, corporate, educational leadership.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Cell phone reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Marketing: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Anchorage, AK 99501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person

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