Communications Coordinator

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities, and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.
 

Success at SOM Means

• Ideas:  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas.  We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. 

• Knowledge:  We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning.  We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.

• Product:  We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.

• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work.  Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.

• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration.  A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.

• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.
   

Position Responsibilities

• Supports the Communications Manager and Leadership in the advancement of new initiatives in line with SOM’s global communications strategy.

• Works with global editorial team to create project narratives and assist in developing thought leadership stories,

• Assists in-house Photographer and Senior Producer with local photography shoots, including on-site coordination and licensing agreements.

• Coordinates year-round A/E/C award submittals, including the coordination of graphics and narrative production as needed.

• Oversees and maintains SOM’s regional media and press clipping database in Meltwater.

• Assists in liaising with the media and develops press kits, press contact database, and related content with Communications Manager.

• Coordinates internal communications initiatives and events, including office-wide Town Hall presentations.

• Assists in developing content for SOM.com and SOM social media channels.

• Maintains internal databases for project milestones, images, and data in collaboration with firmwide Marketing team.

• Performs other responsibilities as may be required for the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, graphic design, architecture, or other related field of study.

• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, marketing, communications, or journalism is desired.

• Ability to work accurately and effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work positively and collaboratively with leadership and colleagues representing different points of view.

• Able to execute and prioritize project tasks efficiently and accurately.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Excellent problem-solving, multi-tasking, time management and organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Exceptionally strong visual/design skills used for developing collateral materials.

• Strong communication, writing, and editing skills, both technical and creative.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, GSuite, and Adobe Creative Suite is required. Experience with OpenAsset, Meltwater, Salesforce, Asana and/or Slack is a plus.

• Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin Chinese would be a plus.

Are you ready to join a team of creative professionals working on transformational projects around the world? Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to build a better future with SOM. 

Our Benefits:

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance

Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs

Work/Life Balance: Hybrid/Flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program

Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development 

Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $58,000 to $70,000. 

Our Culture:

Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you’ll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world.

We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy as well as additional information such as a privacy notice for California residents and how to apply offline.

For more about SOM: www.som.com