Manager Media Relations

Where passion meets opportunity

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Your Purpose

MSC Cruises, the world’s third largest cruise line brand is expanding its Communications team in the USA. Reporting to the Director of Media Relations, the Manager of Media Relations will support corporate communications functions.

This is a hybrid position requiring 4 days per week in the office, in Miami.

Your Impact

· Develop and draft reactive media statements

· Support the management and oversight of the U.S. Corporate Communications Agency

· Provide guidance for crisis communications and irregular operations

· Lead community relations initiatives in port cities and key DMAs

· Support internal communications initiatives, events and employee engagement initiatives

· Collaborate with the company’s government affairs team members

· Support special events

· Support both earned and paid media efforts

· Support sustainability, corporate communications and media relations efforts

· Manage reactive media measurement and tracking

· Develop and manage scenario plans for irregular operations and issues management matters

· Review and support guest messaging for irregular operations

· Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders in key markets

· Develop and maintain strong regional and corporate media relationships

Your Journey so far

· Fluent English, oral and written skills

· associated corporate communication, media, and/or public affairs experience preferred)

· Excellent organizational and planning skills with a strong attention to detail

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Proactive nature and enthusiasm toward assignments

· Ability to work well with others and to coordinate work effectively across teams

· Proven ability to work well under pressure, juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines

· Proven track record in media outreach

· Tactical understanding of all primary social media platforms

· College degree at a four-year accredited college

· At least 5 years of public relations, corporate communication, media, and/or public affairs experience at an agency or in-house

· Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive

· Experience with newswire distribution for press releases

· Knowledge of online content management systems

· Ability to keep information confidential

Your Essentials

· US Passport or US Permanent Resident

· MSC Cruises is an E-Verify employer

MSC Cruises USA is an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations. It is our policy to employ and promote qualified candidates without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!