Senior Communications Specialist

Wing; United States; Remote; USD 91,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative logistics company is looking for a Senior Communications Specialist to amplify its corporate narrative in logistics and aviation. The role involves crafting compelling messages, managing media relationships, and developing communication strategies. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a background in corporate communications. This full-time position is based remotely in the US, with a competitive salary ranging from $91,000 to $179,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in corporate communications or logistics communications.
• Knowledge of the aviation industry.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Craft impactful messaging for target audiences.
• Build relationships with logistics and aviation media.
• Assist in crisis communication planning.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Strong organization and planning abilities

Ability to build relationships with media

Experience in B2B communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field

Tools

Google Workspace Suite

Job description

About Wing Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on three continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google’s parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you’re ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About The Role Wing is looking for a Senior Communications Specialist to join our Marketing & Communications team. This role is based remotely in the US. The role will focus on amplifying Wing’s corporate narrative and reputation in logistics, aviation, and regulatory spaces. We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Corporate Communications Specialist to provide counsel on and execute our communications strategy around elevating Wing’s logistics narrative, with an understanding of the aviation media and policy environments. The ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator with a proven ability to craft compelling narratives, generate media engagement, and protect the company’s reputation. They will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s external image, ensuring consistent and effective communication across key stakeholder groups regarding our industry-leading technology.

What You’ll Do

• Dive deep into Wing’s last-mile logistics narrative, mining compelling stories, and developing approaches to share those stories in innovative, high-impact ways.
• Get familiar with Wing’s regulatory environment and understand the communications levers that can help inform the Wing policy audience in partnership with Wing’s policy and government relations team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with logistics and aviation media and influencers.
• Craft clear, concise, and impactful messaging that resonates with target audiences.
• Manage relationships with the policy team to co-create impactful communications campaigns for Wing and for the drone industry.
• Represent Wing in trade organizations
• Brief/prep executives for media opportunities
• Monitor media coverage and understand the evolving industry and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with agency partners to maximize strategy, messaging and impact.
• Coordinate technology demos to key audiences
• Work closely across the Wing organization to find and share relevant messaging externally.
• Assist in crisis communication planning and execution

What You’ll Need

• 4 years of experience in corporate communications, logistics communications, or a related role.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the aviation industry
• Strong organization and planning abilities.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders, including media
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in B2B communications and public speaking
• Proficiency in Google Workspace Suite or similar software.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below bonus equity benefits. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Salary Range

$91,000—$179,000 USD

Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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