Amazon
Communications Specialist, Stores
Amazon, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job ID: 2680690 | Amazon.com Services LLCAmazon is seeking a strategic, high-judgement, and opportunistic professional to join the Communications team that supports Buy with Prime, Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment, Amazon Business, and Payments teams in Seattle, WA, or Arlington, VA. As a Communications Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and executing communications programs designed to drive these business teams forward. You will lead activities for launches and momentum announcements, regularly engage with a wide range of publications, and support notable industry events, among other activities. In this role, you will collaborate cross functionally with Legal, Public Policy, and other teams.You will have B2B PR experience, preferably in the retail or logistics communications space; a solid appetite for storytelling; a proven track record of executing successful PR, identifying timely coverage opportunities, and experience working with multiple teams and PR agencies. You should be able to demonstrate good judgement, display poise and sophistication in rapid-moving situations, pay close attention to details, and be able to manage multiple internal and external priorities at once.Key job responsibilities
Drive proactive media coverage and manage reactive media inquiriesProvide on-going PR support to the business, including everything from program changes, to issues and escalations.Collaborate across internal teams and agency partners to drive strategies to deliver on objectives and measure the impact of communications programs.Coordinate with third party business partners on upcoming announcements and other joint initiatives.Write and execute communications plans and press materials in support of launches and innovations to pitch and secure media coverage.Engage and build relationships with reporters from key media outlets.Write, develop, and manage approvals for communications and external messaging.Serve as a spokesperson for the business as needed.Keep current on broader industry trends, news, and other relevant topics.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related fieldPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Deep understanding of media relations- Experience working directly with media and maintaining relationships over time- Excellent written and verbal communications skills- Ability to drive progress and earn trust while working across multiple teams- Creative and entrepreneurial thinking- Positive, can-do attitude- Solid judgment, particularly in narrow time frames- Ability to multitask and prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environmentAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Drive proactive media coverage and manage reactive media inquiriesProvide on-going PR support to the business, including everything from program changes, to issues and escalations.Collaborate across internal teams and agency partners to drive strategies to deliver on objectives and measure the impact of communications programs.Coordinate with third party business partners on upcoming announcements and other joint initiatives.Write and execute communications plans and press materials in support of launches and innovations to pitch and secure media coverage.Engage and build relationships with reporters from key media outlets.Write, develop, and manage approvals for communications and external messaging.Serve as a spokesperson for the business as needed.Keep current on broader industry trends, news, and other relevant topics.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related fieldPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Deep understanding of media relations- Experience working directly with media and maintaining relationships over time- Excellent written and verbal communications skills- Ability to drive progress and earn trust while working across multiple teams- Creative and entrepreneurial thinking- Positive, can-do attitude- Solid judgment, particularly in narrow time frames- Ability to multitask and prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environmentAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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