Communications Strategist #2019-12-0152
XPO Logistics, Inc., seeks a Communications Strategist to respond to and anticipate requests from senior executives for critical information designed to advance the public image of the organization and its leadership. Prepare media analyses and digests in furtherance of strategies that will influence public opinion or promote ideas, products, or services. Conduct advance research in furtherance of senior executives' appearances and key meetings to promote goodwill and increase organizational awareness. Provide analyses to senior leadership in furtherance of effective communication with the public or with employees. Write content to advance the organization's social media profile and impact across markets and geographies. Position requires a Master's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field, and 6 months of experience with the analysis of media and other resources in the advancement of organizational goals and priorities.
Experience must include the following: experience with research and analysis of sensitive information to advise senior leadership on key issues; experience with advancement of internal strategies to expand organizational influence and online presence; experience with building organizational social media presence leveraging advanced communication strategies across multiple markets and geographies; and experience with preparing research digests in furtherance of strategies to influence public opinion and promote organizational ideas.
Job location: Greenwich, CT.
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