Manager, Communications, NAB Show bei National Association of Broadcasters

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About Us

Each year, thousands of content professionals from all corners of the broadcast, media and entertainment ecosystem go to NAB Show. It’s designed for those striving to drive listeners and engage viewers in larger numbers for greater reach. And it’s imagined for those seeking to create uncommon audio and visual experiences. NAB Show is produced annually by the National Association of Broadcasters at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, as well as NAB Show New York in New York City. NAB is the premier advocacy association for America’s broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age.

Summary

The Manager, Communications, NAB Show will support the promotion of NAB Show and related initiatives through strategic use of social media, marketing support, and media outreach. This role is responsible for assisting with social media content planning, monitoring engagement, reporting metrics, and contributing to broader marketing and communications efforts. The ideal candidate is a highly creative, detail-oriented professional with demonstrable fluency with social media, strong organizational skills, and a passion for digital engagement, as well as experience with media relations.

Essential Functions

Assist with the promotion of NAB Show across social media platforms to drive awareness and engagement.

Create and deploy content across multiple social platforms, in formats such as text, images, infographics, and video.

Draft other written materials in formats like press releases, media advisories, media pitches, and blog copy.

Collaborate on content strategy planning, including scheduling and posting.
 
 Monitor social media channels, track and manage community engagement, provide performance insights, and leverage best practices.

Contribute to an editorial calendar, aligning with key show themes.

Support the planning and execution of media events, ensuring smooth coordination and promotion.

Provide general marketing support across campaigns, events, and initiatives.

Assist with media outreach, including drafting pitches, maintaining media lists, and monitoring and helping field inbound requests/queries from media or other constituencies.

Provide on-site assistance and content creation for NAB Show, along with assisting operations in the newsroom.

Support and maintain NAB Show’s brand identity, awareness, and reputation, using style guides and related materials. Coordinate with outside contractors.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Four-year degree and 3+ years of related experience in social media content, community engagement, public relations, and communications.

Strong writing and content-creation skills with attention to detail.

Familiarity with social media platforms, analytics tools, and digital marketing best practices.

Ability to multitask and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, media, public relations, or related fields.

Experience with trade shows, events, and/or product launches.

Knowledge of entertainment, media, and technology industry.

Familiarity with Meltwater or similar media-monitoring platforms.

Familiarity with SproutSocial or similar social media management platforms.

Familiarity and experience with media relations.

Experience writing in AP Style.

Work Location and Schedule

Availability to work hybrid work schedule which includes at least three days in the Washington D.C. office. Ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time. 

NAB is an equal opportunity employer. NAB strictly prohibits all forms of unlawful discrimination and/or harassment, including discrimination and/or harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of legally protected status or condition.