Communications Coordinator

At Gensler, wedesignfor people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators,and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solvethe world's mostchallenging problems, like designing amoreresilient, inclusive, and equitable future for our communities and cities.

Your Role

The North Central Regional Communications Coordinator will partner with the Regional Communications team in building storytelling opportunities around Gensler's projects, thought leadership, people, and initiatives. This role is responsible for supporting a variety of communication processes and content, leveraging stories across multiple platforms including earned media, social media, speaking engagements, awards, and other reputation-building communication channels.

This position requires an ability to communicate effectively, a passion for internal reporting and crafting engaging stories, the nimbleness to handle multiple deadlines simultaneously, and a knack for building trust and rapport quickly.

What You Will Do

Public Relations

• Assist in developing public relations collateral including fact sheets, project narratives, and briefing documents
• Lead tracking and reporting of external impact through media and industry partners
• Help maintain media assets, contact lists, editorial calendars

External Reputation

• Support team on speaking submissions, presentation content development, talking points, and event coordination as needed
• Leverage event sponsorships and organization memberships to effectively activate the promotional benefits to Gensler
• Support the awards submission process including tracking deadlines, researching new programs, and guiding teams on their submissions
• Support the website content development process including project profiles, people pages, and blog posts

Social Media

• Manage posting and engagement across 4 office Instagram channels in alignment with overarching social strategy
• Serve as supporting point of contact for Social Media Champions across all regional offices
• Adapt global social toolkits for local channels and leaders
• Support leaders with content suggestions and training on Linkedin

Internal Communications

• Support content for select internal meetings and people communications

Your Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in public relations and/or communications.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivator with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to problem-solve and present viable solutions and recommendations.
• Professional demeanor and a friendly, flexible, proactive team player.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Express, inDesign) preferred.

*For consideration, you must submit a portfolio and your resume in PDF format.

**The base salary will be estimated between $60,000-75,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.