MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry toimprove efficiencies by optimizingthe balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at .
SummaryThe Senior Communication Specialist will be a member of the Corporate Communications team. This role will work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization as a strategic business partner to create and implement communication plans, stories, and content that drive business outcomes and connects team members to MiTek's vision and mission. Additional deliverables include emails, memos/announcements, intranet and external website stories and content, presentations, talking points, FAQs, toolkits, videos, and social media. They will partner with other groups including, but not limited to: HR, Marketing, Technology Development, Customer Experience, Manufacturing, IT, and Legal & Compliance to understand business needs and initiate communication support.Job Responsibilities & RequirementsWhat you will do
Qualifications
Soft Skills
Ability to project manage (problem identification to concept through execution and measurement) communication initiatives in partnership with other collaborators and key stakeholders;
Excellent writing and storytelling skills with the ability to write, edit, and format multiple types of communication materials and content in a fast-paced environment;
Ability to create key relationships within an organization and a journalist's mentality and drive to seek out compelling stories and content;
Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive independently and as a collaborative and creative team player in a fast-paced environment;
Approaches content with an eye for opportunities beyond the written word - experience creating infographics, video scripts, podcasts, social media, and visual storytelling in general;
Attention to detail and precision around correct spelling and grammar;
Self-motivated and organized with excellent time/deadline management;
High proficiency in full suite of Microsoft Office 365 applications; photo and video-editing software experience is a plus;
Ability to work independently and make decisions on matters of moderate complexity with minimal guidance;
Ability to accept and incorporate critiques from multiple stakeholders;
A willingness to embrace change and to adapt strategies on the fly
Additional Requirements
Physical Demands
This role is performed in an office environment where a computer, telephone and other office equipment are used as needed to perform the duties of the role.
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We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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