Disaster Resilience Marketing Specialist

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love - driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together - lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you'll be doing...

As a key member of Verizon's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team within the Responsible Business organization, the Marketing Communications Specialist will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing marketing communications strategies that highlight Verizon's commitment to Disaster Resilience. This role involves creating compelling narratives and impactful campaigns that resonate with key stakeholders and showcase Verizon's leadership in disaster preparedness, response and recovery.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Implementation: Develop comprehensive, multi-channel marketing communications plans to raise awareness and foster positive perceptions of Verizon's Disaster Resilience programs. This includes identifying target audiences, crafting compelling messaging, and selecting appropriate channels for maximum impact.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external program partners, and relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment, collaboration, and effective execution of marketing initiatives. This includes working closely with Verizon's communications, marketing, and state government affairs teams, as well as non-profit organizations, and community groups.

• Agency Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for external advertising and creative agencies, providing clear direction, strategic guidance, and detailed briefs to ensure the development of high-quality, impactful creative assets that align with Verizon's brand and messaging guidelines.

• Content Development and Execution: Oversee the creation and implementation of a wide range of marketing communications materials, including advertising campaigns, stories of impact, social media content, website articles, press releases, and thought leadership pieces. Ensure that all content is accurate, engaging, and consistent with Verizon's brand voice and messaging strategy.

• Measurement and Reporting: Establish clear performance metrics and tracking mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of marketing communications initiatives. Regularly analyze and report on campaign results, providing insights and recommendations for optimization and improvement.

What we're looking for...

You enjoy developing, designing, and implementing marketing strategies that highlight Verizon's role as a responsible business. You're adaptable, flexible, and able to influence internal teams.

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience

• Three or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in marketing communications, preferably with a focus on corporate social responsibility or cause-related marketing

• Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing campaigns

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Passion for social impact and community engagement

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.