External Communications Manager

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 84,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

403-B Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Maitland, Florida is seeking a seasoned communications professional to lead corporate communications and media relations. You will craft strategic outreach, develop storytelling across traditional and digital channels, and partner with executives to position AdventHealth as a national leader in health care.

Role requires 5+ years in corporate communications, excellent writing and public speaking, and strong media relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field.
• 5+ years in corporate communications, media/public relations or equivalent.
• Experience in traditional newsroom or online news.
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in AP Style.
• Strong relationships with local and national media.
• Ability to coach executives on messaging.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements strategic media relations plans.
• Plans and coordinates media events and speeches.
• Counsels executives on messaging and plans.
• Maintains relationships with media to enhance brand visibility.
• Supports internal teams with storytelling across channels.
• Monitors media coverage and analyzes reach and impact.

Skills

Media relations

Public speaking

Storytelling

Writing

Editing

AP Style

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint,;

Media strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or PR

Tools

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

900 WINDERLEY PL

City:

MAITLAND

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32751

Job Description:

SHIFT: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8A - 5P

• Contributes to and helps manage relevant budgets for assigned projects.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Monitors and reports on the effectiveness of communications strategies and tactics.
• Develops and executes communications strategies that position the organization, its clinicians and executives as national leaders in health care.
• Manages a variety of beats/service lines and identifies proactive stories for traditional media, social media, video, or other storytelling opportunities. Collaborates with internal communications, video, and social media teams to plan and execute storytelling opportunities.
• Plans and coordinates media events, including speech writing, media strategy, and other external stakeholder communications.
• Maintains strong relationships with relevant local and national media to enhance brand visibility.
• Manages day-to-day proactive and reactive media requests to address inquiries and promote positive coverage.
• Maintains strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure communications strategies support business and inter‑departmental goals.
• Counsels executives with issues management and supports the communications team with the development of messaging and planning. Analyzes audience research (media, social media, and other vehicles) and adjusts communications tactics accordingly.
• Provides strategic communications counsel to executives, physicians, and colleagues.
• Develops and implements risk management strategies for media relations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Deep understanding of the traditional media and trends in social media [Required]
• Strong storyteller with experience communicating to multiple audiences via multimedia and new media [Required]
• Holds strong relationships with local and national media [Required]
• Understands newsroom (TV, print, online, radio) operations [Required]
• Strong organizational skills and experience in a high‑volume, fast‑paced organization [Required]
• Ability to provide media and public speaking coaching to executives, physicians and team members [Required]
• Superb writing, copy editing and public speaking skills [Required]
• Proficiency in AP Style [Required]
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills [Required]
• Effective computer skills, particularly Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel [Required]
• Proficiency with editing software/apps [Preferred]

Education:

• Bachelor's [Required]

Field of Study:

• in journalism, communications, public relations or related field

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in corporate communications, media/public relations, journalism or equivalent combination of experience [Required]
• Experience working in a traditional newsroom or online news organization [Preferred]
• Experienced in brand journalism strategies [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range:

$83,699.48 - $155,693.55

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.