Executive Communications & Engagement Coordinator

Capital City Press; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

STD and LTD

Paternity Leave

PTO and 401k

Job summary

Georges Media in New Orleans seeks an Executive Communications and Engagement Assistant to provide high-level support to the Publisher and Executive Editor. The role coordinates executive priorities, communications, stakeholder engagement, events and special projects with discretion and professionalism.

The position reports to the Publisher and requires handling confidential information, strong judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across two senior leaders in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Three to five+ years of executive-support and communications experience.
• Demonstrated success handling confidential information.
• Strong judgment and decision-making within delegated authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities for two executives.
• Familiarity with New Orleans business landscape preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate calendars, meetings and engagements for Publisher and Executive Editor.
• Draft executive correspondence and talking points.
• Prepare materials for speeches and public appearances.
• Plan and lead executive events and hospitality.
• Engage with community leaders and stakeholders.
• Manage confidential information and maintain discretion.
• Track commitments and follow up.

Skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Calendar management

Event planning

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, business or related field

Job description

Georges Media in New Orleans seeks an Executive Communications and Engagement Assistant to provide high-level support to the Publisher and Executive Editor. The role coordinates executive priorities, communications, stakeholder engagement, events and special projects with discretion and professionalism.

The position reports to the Publisher and requires handling confidential information, strong judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across two senior leaders in a fast-paced