Manager of Communications

Flexible Packaging Association; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO

401K plan with employer matching

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A national trade association is seeking a Manager of Communications to oversee its communications, marketing, and public relations portfolio. The ideal candidate will manage a variety of tasks including content development, design, and social media management. This role requires strong communication skills, experience in marketing, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and requires a commitment to inclusivity. Competitive benefits and salary based on experience are provided.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in communications, marketing, writing, and copy editing.
• Experience with media placement, print, and video production is a plus.
• Familiarity with managing committee and coalition work in a trade association is desired.
• Awareness of public policy advocacy and lobbying functions is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage various aspects of FPA’s communications and marketing portfolio.
• Assist with member communications and publications.
• Manage social media content and calendars.
• Provide strategic guidance to enhance communications activities.
• Manage all FPA social media, including calendars, content, distribution, and monitoring; update all FPA websites.
• Support relevant FPA coalitions, committees, and councils as needed.
• Provide strategic guidance to expand and enhance FPA’s communications, marketing, and public relations activities.

Skills

Copy editing

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project management

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Campaign Monitor

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canva

Job description

FPA Manager of Communications

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), a national trade association based in Annapolis, Maryland, representing over 98,000 direct manufacturing jobs in the U.S., seeks a Manager of Communications. This position will manage various aspects of the FPA’s communications, marketing, and public relations portfolio, including, but not limited to, content development, collateral and publications design and production, database management, proofreading, copy editing, writing, and social media and websites management.

Responsibilities

Assist Vice President of Communications with designing, copy editing, proofing, writing, producing, and/or disseminating all FPA recurring print and online member and industry communications, annual and recurring publications and reports, and press releases.

Manage database and relationships for media and trade contacts and publications.

Assist the Vice President of Communications and the Director of Membership and Meetings with the development and execution of communications and collateral for all member meetings.

Assist the Vice President of Communications with the execution and promotion of the annual FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition.

Manage all aspects of the annual FPA Achievement Awards & Innovation Showcase.

Manage all aspects of the annual FPA Student Design Challenge.

Manage all industry/association events, media, and tradeshow partnerships.

Manage all FPA social media, including calendars, content, distribution, and monitoring.

Manage content and updates for all FPA websites.

Assist FPA staff with drafting, copy editing, and proofing needs as requested.

Serve as support staff for relevant FPA coalitions, committees, and councils in coordination with FPA’s staff as needed.

Provide strategic guidance and look for opportunities to expand and enhance FPA’s communications, marketing, and public relations activities to promote the flexible packaging industry and products to key audiences.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, and/or public relations.
• 3-5 years’ experience in communications and marketing with an emphasis on writing, copy editing, design, and production of newsletters, collateral, and other communication materials.
• Trade association experience desired but not required.
• Awareness of public policy advocacy and lobbying functions and purpose is desired but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent copy editing, proofing, written, and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholder audiences, including consultants, industry stakeholders, and media.

Strong experience with a wide array of communications and marketing software platforms and tools, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, Campaign Monitor/Constant Contact, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Canva.

Ability to work closely and effectively with communications, marketing, and public relations consultants and vendors.

Experience with advertising and media placement, and print and video production is a plus.

Ability to prioritize and work on various projects simultaneously, adjust to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results.

Self-motivated with attention to detail and excellent analytical, strategic, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Familiarity with managing committee and coalition work within a trade association.

A commitment to promoting and working in an inclusive and diverse environment with colleagues from multiple backgrounds.

Ability to travel – likely less than 20%.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance with no premium cost to the employee.

Generous PTO, sick, and other leave.

Employee 401K plan with employer matching contribution up to three percent.

Professional development opportunities and membership in continuing education organizations may be provided.

Hybrid schedule with up to two days working from home or a location other than the FPA office. Thursdays are mandatory in-office days.

This position will report to FPA’s Vice President of Communications and work very closely with FPA’s Government Affairs, Industry Information, and Meetings and Membership staff. Send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements.

Flexible work from home options available.