Sr. Manager, Media

Company: SupportFinity---
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Company DescriptionVisa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose - to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.Job DescriptionAs a Senior Manager on the Global Corporate Communications team, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and delivering compelling narratives that resonate with diverse internal and external audiences, enhancing our brand's reputation, and driving engagement through strategic storytelling. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of media relations, a strong understanding of financial communications, corporate storytelling, internal communications and project management, with a knack for identifying what is newsworthy and culturally relevant. This individual is expected to:

• Communicate complex financial topics in a clear, engaging, and culturally relevant manner and support the execution of communications efforts around quarterly earnings and other key investor moments.
• Participate in the development of compelling stories that showcase Visa's innovation, leadership, and impact in the payments industry.
• Help build and maintain strong relationships with key financial and business journalists and proactively pitch stories to top-tier media outlets and respond to inquiries to secure positive coverage.
• Analyze market trends and cultural moments to identify opportunities for Visa to participate in relevant conversations.
• Write and edit press releases, op-eds, talking points, and other external and internal communications materials.
• Craft compelling content for internal, digital and social channels designed to engage readers and encourage them to click to read more.
• Leverage data and insights to plan, measure and optimize the impact of communication strategies.
• Oversee and manage communications projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines and goals are met.
• Additional initiatives could include but are not limited to, active management of our awards and media training programs and updates to key corporate materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with investor relations, legal, and other teams to align messaging and strategies as well as balance the needs of multiple stakeholders.This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2 to 3 set days a week (determined by leadership and site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50 percent or more of the time based on business needs.QualificationsBasic Qualifications8 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD.Preferred Qualifications9 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or 7 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 3 or more years of experience with a PhD.Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.8+ years of professional communications experience, with a mix of in-house and agency roles strongly preferred.Proven competency in financial communications and corporate storytelling.Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information into compelling messages.Demonstrated success in securing media coverage and managing media relations.Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.Solid understanding of cultural and media trends to craft relevant and impactful stories.High level of emotional intelligence, collaboration, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.Additional InformationWork Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 142,200.00 to 206,350.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.Full-time positionAdvanced (5-10 yrs)About the companyVisaFull-time PositionJob code: EX-8C78C3ABJob type: Full-time positionLocations: San Francisco, California, United States
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