Communications Manager - Editorial & PR

Responsibilities

• Leads planning and development of the firm's thought leadership and internally-produced content calendar, aligning production timelines with editorial strategy and firmwide goals.
• Identifies editorial and media-worthy themes in close collaboration with the Director, leveraging an in-depth understanding of the practice to connect firmwide milestones, disciplines, and design projects to broader industry and client conversations.
• Writes, edits, and positions external communications content to elevate the firm's brand and advance strategic business objectives.
• Translates overarching themes and strategic priorities into clear, actionable writing projects and assignments for communications coordinators and freelance contributors.
• Manages content strategy and production for firm publications, ensuring they resonate with audiences, reflect the firm's brand, and serve long-term goals.
• Contributes high-level writing and insights to articles, blog posts, newsletters, and other content in close collaboration with firm principals, design practitioners, and communications team members.
• Manages social media content tied to thought leadership, firm/project milestones, media placements, and practice updates, optimizing messages by platform.
• Collaborates with the Communications Manager (Digital & Creative) to ensure continuity of voice across platforms and to cultivate storytelling and communications knowledge across the firm.
• Supports media/PR strategies alongside the Director, translating complex design concepts into compelling briefs, press releases, and talking points.
• Manages and supports the work of the Communications Coordinator (Editorial & Content) as it relates to press kits, media lists, and coverage tracking.

Requirements

• The role requires at least 7 years of communications experience, preferably within the AEC industry. Candidates with experience in media/publishing are also encouraged to apply.

Preferred

• Knowledge of design concepts and ability to translate them into compelling stories
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Strong communication/interpersonal skills
• Highly organized/attentive to detail
• Proactive and initiative-driven
• Ability to successfully manage, train, and coach direct reports
• Advanced knowledge of social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram)
• Working knowledge of Wordpress/CMS platforms
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite