Strategic Corporate Communications & Media Lead

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits on day one

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness center on-site

401(k) match

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy in Houston seeks a Media Relations Representative to lead external communications, manage spokesperson duties, and craft proactive storytelling across channels and events.

In Corporate Communications you will respond to crises, coordinate with operations and government relations, train executives, and help maintain the company’s reputation by delivering clear, accurate messages. This role requires 5–7 years of experience and a bachelor’s in Strategic Communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Strategic Communications, Public Relations or related field.
• 5–7 years of communications experience.
• Experience as a company/organization spokesperson and crisis communications experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages external communication plans, including key messages and channels.
• Acts as company spokesperson and conducts media interviews and on-camera storytelling.
• Coordinates emergency response communications and after-hours media duty rotation.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Spokesperson experience

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Strategic Communications, Public Relations or related area

Job description

CenterPoint Energy in Houston seeks a Media Relations Representative to lead external communications, manage spokesperson duties, and craft proactive storytelling across channels and events.

In Corporate Communications you will respond to crises, coordinate with operations and government relations, train executives, and help maintain the company’s reputation by delivering clear, accurate messages. This role requires 5–7 years of experience and a bachelor’s in Strategic Communications.