Manager of Communications

• Assist Vice President of Communications with designing, copy editing, proofing, writing, producing, and/or disseminating all FPA recurring print and online member and industry communications, annual and recurring publications and reports, and press releases.
  
  
•  Manage database and relationships for media and trade contacts and publications. 
  
  
• Assist the Vice President of Communications and the Director of Membership and Meetings with the development and execution of communications and collateral for all member meetings.
  
  
• Assist the Vice President of Communications with the execution and promotion of the annual FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition.
  
  
• Manage all aspects of the annual FPA Achievement Awards &Innovation Showcase.
  
  
• Manage all aspects of the annual FPA Student Design Challenge.
  
  
• Manage all industry/association events, media, and tradeshow partnerships.
  
  
• Manage all FPA social media, including calendars, content, distribution, and monitoring.
  
  
• Manage content and updates for all FPA websites.
  
  
•  Assist FPA staff with drafting, copy editing, and proofing needs as requested.
  
  
• Serve as support staff for relevant FPA coalitions, committees, and councils in coordination with FPA’s staff as needed. 
  
  
• Provide strategic guidance and look for opportunities to expand and enhance FPA’s communications, marketing, and public relations activities to promote the flexible packaging industry and products to key audiences.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, and/or public relations. 
  
  
• ·3-5 years’ experience in communications and marketing with an emphasis on writing, copy editing, design, and production of newsletters, collateral, and other communication materials.
  
  
• Trade association experience desired but not required.
  
  
• Awareness of public policy advocacy and lobbying functions and purpose is desired but not required.

• Excellent copy editing, proofing, written, and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholder audiences, including consultants, industry stakeholders, and media.
  
  
• Strong experience with a wide array of communications and marketing software platforms and tools, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, Campaign Monitor/Constant Contact, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Canva.
  
  
• Ability to work closely and effectively with communications, marketing, and public relations consultants and vendors. 
  
  
• Experience with advertising and media placement, and print and video production is a plus. 
  
  
• Ability to prioritize and work on various projects simultaneously, adjust to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results.  
  
  
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and excellent analytical, strategic, problem-solving, and organizational skills. 
  
  
• Familiarity with managing committee and coalition work within a trade association.
  
  
• A commitment to promoting and working in an inclusive and diverse environment with colleagues from multiple backgrounds. 
  
  
• Ability to travel – likely less than 20%.

• Salary commensurate with experience. 
  
  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance with no premium cost to the employee. 
  
  
• Generous PTO, sick, and other leave. 
  
  
• Employee 401K plan with employer matching contribution up to three percent. 
  
  
• Professional development opportunities and membership in continuing education organizations may be provided.
  
  
• Hybrid schedule with up to two days working from home or a location other than the FPA office. Thursdays are mandatory in-office days. 

Flexible work from home options available.