Department Summary
Our communications team is made up of variety storytellers with a united purpose. They work cross-functionally to communicate DISH, SLING TV and Boost Mobile stories to journalists, thought leaders and industry experts. From media relations to internal message building, they tell DISH’s unique story of innovation.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
What you will be doing
The Senior Corporate Communications Lead for Retail Wireless will assist in the development and execution of integrated B2C communications strategies for the company’s growing retail wireless business, including Boost Mobile, Boost Infinite, and Gen Mobile.
We are looking for someone who is an efficient multitasker skilled in strategic communication planning and execution, experienced in building media relationships and securing media coverage across tech, business, and consumer media outlets. They must be adaptable, high-energy, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Day-to-day job responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic communications plans aligned with the business’s needs, engage partners, drive brand affinity, and support customer growth; lead proactive media programs.
- Partner with marketing, sales, and operations teams to develop compelling stories that amplify DISH’s leadership position and raise awareness about the company’s offerings.
- Understand and simplify complex ideas/technical issues and make them relatable to those outside the industry.
- Provide strategic communications counsel and constructive feedback to executives; develop messaging and prepare executives for speaking engagements; staff interviews and presentations.
- Serve as communications subject matter expert on retail wireless and follow public relations best practices for integrated campaigns, measurement, trends, and media opportunities.
- Create materials including press releases, blog posts, media pitches, social media posts, fact sheets, FAQs, executive bios, and measurement reports.
- Secure national, local, and trade-earned media placements; actively pitch, conduct proactive follow-up, and track and report results.
- Model a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
- Work cross-functionally throughout the business.
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Skills and experience
- Progressive levels of public relations experience in B2C communication strategies.
- Proven ability to leverage influential media contacts, lead cross-functional teams and generate results.
- Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or applicable field.
- 4-6 years of professional PR/communications experience.
- Solid grasp of AP style and the ability to draft all media materials based on these guidelines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong media relations skills; experience writing news releases, blog posts, pitches, speeches, and other written materials.
- Demonstrated ability to use creative thinking to develop PR opportunities, media stories, and social media content.
- Well-developed critical thinking and decision-making skills; the ability to formulate a clear viewpoint on complicated issues, communicate recommendations, and present new ideas to management.
- Strict attention to detail and the ability to work against tight deadlines; solid organizational and project management skills; the ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage projects autonomously.
Salary Range
Compensation: $75,600.00/Year – $108,000.00/Year
Compensation and Benefits
We also offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role’s location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.