Media Strategy Lead - PR & Crisis Response

WestJet; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian airline is looking for a Media & Public Relations Strategist in Calgary, Alberta. The role involves crafting strategic communications to position the company as a thought leader within the industry. Candidates should have strong media relations skills, extensive experience in the field, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams. This position offers a competitive total rewards package including travel privileges and a friendly workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Travel privileges

Flexible Savings and Benefit programs

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in external communications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Canadian media landscape.
• Excellent creative writing and editing skills (CP Style).

Responsibilities

• Craft proactive external communications approaches.
• Execute strategic external communications plans.
• Manage WestJet's reputation through various channels.

Skills

Media relations

Storytelling

Crisis management

Strategic communications planning

Creative writing

Social media

Presentation skills

Education

PR or journalism degree

Job description

A leading Canadian airline is looking for a Media & Public Relations Strategist in Calgary, Alberta. The role involves crafting strategic communications to position the company as a thought leader within the industry. Candidates should have strong media relations skills, extensive experience in the field, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams. This position offers a competitive total rewards package including travel privileges and a friendly workplace culture.