Danos Group | Gray
The PR & Communications Specialistleadsthe execution ofenterprisecommunicationsfor DanosGroup,deliveringclear,strategicmessagingthatreinforces thecompany’spurpose, values, andreputation(PVR).
This roleoperateswithin the Danos Shared Services (DSS)Operatingsystem—primarilyDeliveringenterprise communications,Safeguardingbrand and reputation andEnablingbusinesses with tools and guidance—whilepartneringcloselywithbusiness leaders toensuremessagingsupportsevolving priorities andgrowth.
Responsibilities
Deliver(Centralized Execution)
- Serve as the primary owner and point of contact for Danos Group communications.
- Develop, write, and execute internal and external communications, including:
- Employee, customer, and Foundation newsletters
- Company-wide campaigns
- Executive messaging
- Website content
- Own and execute the annual communications plan across internal and external audiences using an omni-channel approach.
- Manage and maintain Danos Group websites, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with strategic priorities.
- Support trade shows and events through messaging, content development, and coordination.
Safeguard (Brand & Reputation Protection)
- Ensure all communications align withDanospurpose, values, and reputation standards (PVR).
- Establish and reinforce messaging guardrails, tone, and brand consistency across all businesses.
- Lead proactive and reactive reputation management communications, includingissueresponse support when needed.
- Maintain editorial standards (AP style, voice, clarity) across all written communications.
Enable (Shared Capability)
- Provide tools, templates, and guidance to businesses to improve communication quality and consistency.
- Partner with business leaders and teams to strengthen messaging, storytelling, and audience alignment.
- Identifyand implement scalable communication practices that improve speed, clarity, and effectiveness.
- Supportadoptionof emerging technologies (e.g., AI tools) to enhance communication efficiency and impact.
Advise(Strategic Input)
- Adviseleadership on communication strategy, messaging risks, and positioning opportunities.
- Recommend audience-targeted sponsorships, media opportunities, and industry recognition (awards, features).
- Align communication efforts with enterprise strategy, including “Where to Play” and “How to Win” choices.
- Provide insightonmessage effectiveness, audience engagement, and opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications
Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related fieldpreferred
- 5+ years ofexperience incorporate communicationsormedia relations
- Exceptionalwriting, storytelling, editing, and verbal communication skills
- Strong ability to translate businessstrategy into clear, compellingmessaging
- Proven ability topartnerwithand influenceleadership
- Excellent project management skills;ableto manage multiple projectswith speedandclarity
- Strategicthinkerwithsoundjudgementandstrong problem-solving skills.Abilitytooperateeffectivelyin adynamic,growing organization withevolving needs
- Proficient in AP style and Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Experiencewith Canva, CRM, Co-Pilot, iCIMS, ADP, and PowerBIpreferred
- Experiencewithwebsite contentmanagement andevent supportis a plus.
- Demonstratedcuriosityand willingnessto exploreand implementnew technologies
Additional Information:
- Based in Gray, Louisiana,withsome remote work flexibility
- Requiresoccasionaldomestic travel