Communications Associate

Why join us?

Maharam is the leading creator of textiles for interiors. Recognized for its rigorous and holistic commitment, Maharam embraces a range of disciplines, from product, graphic, and digital design to art and architecture. Known for its aesthetic and industrial innovation, Maharam’s work is guided by five main principles: utility, technology, tradition, luxury, and environmental impact. 
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Maharam means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Maharam to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Job Summary: This role is responsible for the creation of strategic messaging about our products and company.

Essential Functions: The ideal candidate will be a proficient writer able to balance the perspectives of the design and sales teams along with other stakeholders, while crafting compelling, on-brand narratives about our products, collaborations, creative initiatives, and company. This person will work closely with the rest of the Communications department and along with other internal departments. An ability to operate collaboratively and self-sufficiently in a highly creative environment across all levels of the organization is vital.

As a design leader, Maharam frequently distinguishes itself from the standard marketing playbook. To be successful, this position requires someone who can think independently, creatively, and strategically while anticipating audience reception and market reaction. A sophisticated understanding of brand, a progressive approach to communications and marketing, a passion for design, and an elevated aesthetic sensibility are all essential.

The role calls for someone who is at once a big-picture thinker and is also exceptionally organized and detail oriented. An ability to build relationships industry-wide and manage them with tact is critical. Excellent writing and presentation skills are a must.

Magnitude and Relationship Reporting: This position reports to the Communications Director.

Contacts Inside and Outside the Organization: This position has contact with internal departments (including Design, Media, Product Management, and Sales) and communicates to tastemakers, collaborators, press, clients, tour groups, and the general public.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Superb writing and editing skills

• Strong ability to think analytically and creatively

• Efficient project and time management skills

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with an ability to work across all levels of the organization

• Dedication to excellence and attention to detail

• Big-picture creative and strategic thinker

• Grasp of aesthetics along with an appreciation of design, architecture, and art; an interest in textiles preferred

• High level of self-motivation and self-management

• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to integrate into a small group of dedicated specialists

• Comfortable receiving and giving direct and construction feedback

• Engaging and gracious

• Familiarity with digital marketing, brand strategy, communications, copywriting, and web design

• Knowledge of MS Office, basic familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Creative Suite

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in English, marketing, or creative field

• 3-5 years prior experience

• Writing samples required

A starting compensation range for this role is $60,500-$70,851.56/annually. Relevant salary considerations will include candidate qualifications and experience, other business/organizational needs and market factors . You may also be eligible to receive a geographic premium.

Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire everyone. Maharam is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].