Overview

Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Brookdale Senior Living is looking for an experienced storyteller who can find and identify “the” story to tell and the best ways to tell it, whether as video, print or digital. This person will research, write, collaborate and bring to life content for both internal and external communications for the nation’s premier senior living company. We are looking for someone who is organized, a self-starter and someone who can lead communications projects for various company opportunities.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.

Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Pet Insurance

• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits

• Variety of Associate Discounts

  Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Responsibilities

Discover, write, manage, and collaborate to produce content for internal and external communications from initiation through completion. Lead project management for various communication-related initiatives.

• Partner with videographer to produce videos and help schedule the studio.

• Write scripts, find and develop stories.

• Create and develop written, digital, and video content (for internal and external use).

• Create newsroom content, edit site placement, and manage content distribution of Brookdale News site.

• Support thought leadership via content creation and media coverage.

• Work with team to execute targeted local PR efforts, support national coverage plans, and brand partnerships.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, public relations, marketing or related field required.

• Experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in public relations, media, or communications

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a private vehicle for business use.

Management/Decision MakingUses strong analytic skills and an in-depth understanding of the organization and the business in order to handle arising problems and issues. Solves diverse problems using solid analytical skills where limited precedents or guidelines exist.

Knowledge and SkillsHas an advanced knowledge of the organization, industry, and a functional discipline. Extensive understanding of technical areas gained through experience and used to complete and/or oversee assignments. Ability to work independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations. Ability to forecast problems and maintain strong conflict resolution skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Microsoft Project experience is helpful. Strong relationship skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing

• Walking

• Sitting

• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel

• Reach with hands and arms

• Climb or balance

• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Talk or hear

• Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds

• Vision

• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors

• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage

• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections

• Exposure to latex

• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens

• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards

• Requires Travel: Occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$75,610 - $117,030 / year

Job LocationsUS-TN-Brentwood

CategoryAdministration

Sub-CategoryProject Management

Position Type (Portal Searching)Regular Full-Time

ID2024-245884

Location : NameCommunications-NSH

Location : Address111 Westwood Place

Location : LocationUS-TN-Brentwood

Work LocationOn-Site