External Communications Lead — Brand & Growth Strategy

Garney; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, dental, vision plans

Stock options starting first day

401(k) with match

Job summary

Garney is seeking an External Communications Manager to lead Garney’s external communications strategy, enhancing reputation and brand visibility across digital marketing, PR, and executive messaging. The role collaborates with leadership to deliver consistent, impactful communications that support business goals.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in communications, strong writing and storytelling skills, and experience directing multi-channel campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 7+ years in communications, public relations, marketing, or related discipline.
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications plans aligning with business objectives.
• Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and messaging development for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of PR, digital marketing, advertising, content strategy, and best practices.
• Experience leading integrated comms programs with analytics and reporting.
• Ability to collaborate with executive leadership, employees, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute external communications strategies aligning with Garney’s priorities and growth.
• Lead digital marketing across website, social, email, and external channels.
• Oversee advertising campaigns from planning to performance measurement.
• Direct external content creation: project stories, thought leadership, articles, marketing materials.
• Partner with leaders to promote Garney’s people, projects, and expertise.
• Support executive communications, reputation management, and crisis comms.

Skills

Strategic comms

Digital marketing

Strong writing

Storytelling

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Tools

WordPress

Microsoft 365

Job description

Garney is seeking an External Communications Manager to lead Garney’s external communications strategy, enhancing reputation and brand visibility across digital marketing, PR, and executive messaging. The role collaborates with leadership to deliver consistent, impactful communications that support business goals.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in communications, strong writing and storytelling skills, and experience directing multi-channel campaigns.