Brand & Communications Manager

Winston-Salem, NC (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive brand strategy and enterprise communications across a distributed organization, shaping governance, narratives, and executive visibility.

  • Must-have: 5+ years in brand management or integrated marketing.
  • Standout: Experience leading external agencies and multi-location programs.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and evolution of Cook & Boardman’s brand strategy, positioning, and messaging architecture across the total organization.
  • Develop and maintain clear brand guidelines and governance to ensure consistency across all marketing, communications, and customer touchpoints.
  • Partner with senior leadership to translate business objectives into compelling brand narratives that resonate with customers, employees, and industry stakeholders.
  • Support brand integration efforts across acquisitions, service expansions, and enterprise initiatives.
  • Develop integrated communications plans that align internal and external messaging with strategic business priorities.
  • Collaborate with team members on corporate communications calendar to ensure alignment across campaigns, announcements, leadership messaging, and key initiatives.
  • Lead external communications efforts including press strategy (media outreach, press releases), thought leadership positioning, executive visibility, and reputation management.
  • Guide and evaluate the development of content across formats including web, social, press materials, internal communications, and campaign assets.
  • Partner with digital marketing to ensure messaging consistency across demand generation efforts and online channels.
  • Support social media strategy, ensuring platforms support brand visibility, thought leadership, and employer brand objectives.