GEICO's Communications Department is seeking a strong writer and visual communicator with an editorial mindset to join the Internal Communications Team. In this role, you will be responsible for contributing to the enterprise communications channels and content used to engage, inform, and inspire GEICO employees. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment and has proven experience using various channels to communicate with employees, as well as the ability to develop engaging written and visual content in support of a company's business strategy.

You will report to the Manager of Enterprise Channels and Editorial and play both a strategic and tactical role as you help the internal communications department define and shape its enterprise channel and editorial strategy. The ability to write clear and engaging employee content, create eye-catching visual communications and execute strategic communications plans will be essential to your success.

As Enterprise Channels and Editorial Specialist, you will:

• Help maintain the enterprise editorial calendar in alignment with the key business priorities and company milestones.
• Write intranet stories to inform GEICO associates about key strategic priorities and initiatives. Partner with members of the corporate internal communications team to identify intranet story ideas and employee engagement opportunities.
• Help maintain the company intranet homepage to keep it fresh and maximize engagement.
• Maintain monthly metrics report for all enterprise channels to ensure team has access to data to help assess current efforts and inform future strategies.
• Provide employee communications support for special enterprise projects.
• Provide intermediate-level graphic design support for digital signage, infographics, intranet article graphics, and more to create informative, engaging visuals for our communications efforts.
• Provide live event support for leadership Town Hall meetings, pre/post-meeting communications.
• Support development, distribution, and publishing of newsletter articles, intranet stories, instant messaging news blurbs, and other messaging across various other content channels.
• Write articles for the enterprise newsletters, creating content that employees find engaging, informative, and easy-to-read.

Minimum Qualifications

GEICO seeks a creative, collaborative, and experienced corporate communications professional for this role. The successful candidate will have at least five years of relevant corporate communications experience. They will bring to GEICO a proven track record of supporting and driving successful internal communications initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree
• At least 5 years of relevant experience (must include some internal communications experience at a large company or organization)
• Strong written and verbal communications skills - including the ability to take complex information and distill it into simple, consumable content and compelling stories for employees.
• Experience developing and executing strategic internal communications plans to support company initiatives.
• Experience communicating with employees using a variety of communications channels.
• Experience creating informative, engaging designs for emails, intranet stories, digital signage, and more.
• Proficient in developing content using PoliteMail, SharePoint, and/or similar internal communications platforms.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven time and project management skills with experience managing projects spanning across multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to balance independent work with team collaboration to drive projects forward.
• Ability to analyze data to inform communications recommendations.
• Experience using AP style.

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At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.