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Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. We deliver communications to bring families and communities together. Our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Sling TV, Gen Mobile, and Hughes. At EchoStar, it's not just a job, it's a launchpad.

Department Summary

Our Corporate Communications team is made up of a variety of storytellers with a united purpose. We work cross-functionally to communicate our organization’s stories to journalists, thought leaders and industry experts. From media relations to internal message building, we tell DISH’s unique story of innovation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Does shaping a brand and leading a quickly evolving industry drive you? Are you passionate about using communications to help tell a brand’s story and reach consumers in new ways?

We are seeking an experienced communications manager to join EchoStar’s Corporate Communications team. The Corporate Communications Manager will support several key EchoStar business lines: DISH TV, Sling TV and Boost Mobile in the development and execution of integrated communications strategies that engage media and drive subscriber acquisition. The ideal candidate has a background developing and delivering strategic media relations campaigns for consumer tech products, is an efficient task manager skilled in communication program planning and execution, has experience in building media relationships across tech, business and consumer media outlets, and demonstrates a proven ability leading cross-functional teams, managing agency resources, and directing other corporate communications team members.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop communications plans aligned with needs of the business; understand and simplify complex ideas / technical issues and make them relatable to those outside the industry; lead proactive media programs; contribute to strategic planning initiatives
Partner with Marketing, Programming, Product and Operations teams to develop compelling stories that amplify our leadership position; serve as corporate communications subject matter expert; and follow public relations best practices for integrated campaigns, measurement, trends and media opportunities
Work cross-functionally to build communications strategies that engage customers and partners, drive brand affinity and support subscriber growth; serve as trusted communications advisor to the company; provide constructive feedback to executives; staff interviews and presentations
Create PR materials including fact sheets, media pitches, FAQs, executive bios, press releases, blog posts and measurement reports; engage on crisis communications topics
Secure national, local and trade earned media placements; actively pitch, conduct proactive follow-up, and track and report results
Develop and launch projects and campaigns; conduct proactive follow-up, and track and report results
Oversee cross-functional resources; model a collaborative and team-oriented approach; work collaboratively throughout the business
Effectively communicate with senior leaders, including presenting strategy and results; encourage partnership, enthusiasm and strategic thinking

Skills, Experience and Requirements

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing or similar applicable field and/or combination of relevant experience
4-5 years of professional PR / communications experience

Skills and Qualifications:

Solid grasp of AP style and ability to draft all media materials based on these guidelines
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; including strong media relations skills; experience writing news releases, blog posts, pitches, speeches and other written materials; experience in creating and drafting engaging social media content
Experience in consumer PR; demonstrated ability to use creative thinking to develop PR opportunities, media stories and social media content; experience using integrated social media tactics to supplement PR activities is a plus
Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills; ability to communicate recommendations and present new ideas to management / executive leadership
Strict attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines; solid organizational and project management skills; ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage projects autonomously
Proven ability to transform data, reports and analytics into strategic recommendations and action plans
Background in developing and delivering strategic media relations campaigns for consumer tech products
Efficient task manager skilled in communication program planning and execution
Experience in building media relationships across tech, business and consumer media outlets
Proven ability leading cross-functional teams, managing agency resources, and directing other corporate communications team members

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $63,150.00/Year – $90,000.00/Year
Benefits

We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan.

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.

Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

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We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless. Please note that you may redact or remove any information that identifies age, date of birth or dates of school attendance/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our interview process.

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