The role of Head of Communications and PR at the Society of Authors oversees the strategic communications for the UK's leading author body - with many exciting and important stories to tell. Responsible for all aspects of the SoA's external communications, you will develop integrated communications and campaign strategies that reflect our values of being member-focused, authoritative, supportive, and inclusive of all UK authors. You will be proactive about promoting, protecting, and campaigning on authors' interests through strategic communications and campaigns. You will work collaboratively with the Policy and Public Affairs team, and with all departments at the Society of Authors (SoA). The Head of Communications and PR will focus on developing and delivering strategies to raise the SoA's profile, influence, and visibility. Essential Exceptional communication skills (written and oral). Adept at working with the media, members, and key audiences to further the SoA's interests. Considerable experience in a senior communications role. High level of curiosity and intellect which can be applied to the wide-ranging and complex issues. associated with publishing and the broader creative industries. Strong digital expertise including website management, email campaigns and social media. Experience in developing and executing successful communications and social media strategies. Ability to remain calm under pressure, working to tight deadlines while exercising sound judgment and maintaining high attention to detail. Experience of handling issues and crisis communications Experience of line management, budgetary management and advising senior staff on communications. Highly developed decision-making skills and ability to build consensus. Energy, enthusiasm, commitment, and proven motivator External communications & Internal Communications Responsibility for the SoA's outward communications, across all functions and media channels, working with all departments and staff to promote SoA activities and to increase the profile of the organisation. Responsibilities are outlined in the https://societyofauthors.org/about-us/work-for-us/ - role description on the SoA's website and include: Develop and deliver proactive and reactive communications and PR plans, reflecting the SoA's mission, purpose, and values, including regular reporting, monitoring, and evaluation. Provide strategic counsel on comms and reputational issues. Oversee and develop the SoA's narrative and align communications strategies to promote, protect, and campaign on authors' interests in the UK publishing industry. Ensure consistent branding, narrative and presentation across all communications outputs and materials including the Society of Authors' website. Commission work and lead relationships with relevant external providers and agencies. To arrange an informal conversation about this role, please contact CEO, Anna Ganley at [email protected]. To apply, please send your CV, and a personal statement which demonstrates how your skills and expertise meets our requirements (max. 2 x A4 pages) to: [email protected] If any part of the application process is not accessible to you, please let us know. The role can be worked flexibly with a combination of office and home hours.Job Summary
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