Communications Specialist

Perkins&Will • Toronto, Ontario, Canada • 19h ago

Responsibilities

Crafts and elevates the studio's most strategic communications: high-profile pursuits, national awards, and prestige publications.
Plans, produces, and edits multimedia campaigns, including social media campaigns, project storytelling, and firm history. Maintains our active social media presence across various platforms by creating memorable content that highlights the firm's portfolio, culture, accomplishments, and people.
Manages a social media calendar and ensures it aligns with the broader communication strategy and marketing strategy.
Researches expertise to understand needs of clients, market trends, and relevant background information associated with business development efforts.
Assists the design director, design principal in the curation and production of Design Excellence learning.
Ensures that storytelling and messaging serves the communities impacted by our clients' projects through research, writing, editing, and multimedia production.
Promotes thought leadership within the studio.
Mentors and guides junior content creators in editorial processes and firm priorities.
Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
Coordinates campaigns communication strategy effectively and engages with clients, partners, and consultants to achieve desired communications outcomes.
Preparation and coordination of proposals as needed.
Drafts, edits, organizes, and proofs various marketing collateral as needed.
Making and maintaining contacts with media outlets. Functions as the point of contact for the studio for media relations, including participating in networking and attending events where studio media coverage is expected.

Proficiencies

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent multimedia and editorial skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills

Software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign required.
Familiarity with Illustrator and PhotoShop preferred.
Presentation Tools (Adobe Suite/Affinity, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
Adobe Premiere or Audition Canva (Preferred but not required)

Licensure/Certifications/Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field required
LEED GA (preferred not required

Expectations

In studio 4 days per week (as per studio policy) or at events.
Attendance at external events and conferences (some events may be outside office hours)
Travel may be required

Reporting Structure

Our Studios

Our package

A very competitive benefit package that includes paying for association dues and professional development
Fitness and transit reimbursement
Health and dental benefits
Group RRSP
RRSP Matching
Paid parental leave

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