Specialist - Brand Public Relations

With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger.Position Purpose:The Corporate Communications Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Senior Manager in driving strategic collaboration with various corporate functions, planning, tactical execution and measurement of corporate PR initiatives through mainstream and social media channels. In addition, the Corporate Communications Specialist will assist in responding to daily inquiries by local and industry trade media, as well as various inquiries received through social media channels.Key Responsibilities:Write and edit corporate press releases, media kit materials, issue briefs, and other communications materialsDevelop key messaging for various corporate initiativesResearch and develop unique content to support corporate PR and social media efforts Conduct proactive media outreach and strategic story developmentRespond to various local and industry trade media inquiresDevelop and maintain strategic relationships with key field contactsAssist in coordinating local media opportunities with stores or functional field leadershipAssist with requests from outside organizations for occasional speaking appearances by functional leaders and award entriesOccasionally, respond to inquiries regarding customer service issues Research the public impact of various proactive and reactive media initiatives Monitor results and develop reporting for key functional stakeholdersDirect Manager/Direct Reports:Report to Sr. Manager Corporate CommunicationTravel Requirements:Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.Physical Requirements:Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.Working Conditions:Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Minimum Qualifications:Must be eighteen years of age or older.Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.Preferred Qualifications:No additional qualificationsMinimum Education:The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.Preferred Education:No additional educationMinimum Years of Work Experience:3Preferred Years of Work Experience:No additional years of experienceMinimum Leadership Experience:NonePreferred Leadership Experience:NoneCertifications:NoneCompetencies:NoneSummaryLocation: STORE SUPPORT CENTER, ATLANTA - 9090Type: Full time