One of the most exciting wonders of the automotive business is their proving grounds - the place where top-secret development and testing happens. It's the campus where engineers, designers and executives test and evaluate their vehicles; it's where new vehicles are put through their paces; where photography and video of future vehicles takes place and where media and guests are hosted for events. The campus covers more than 4,000 acres, has more than 4,500 staff and 142 buildings. We're looking for a freelancer to support this campus from July 8 - September 30, 2024 1. Support 100th anniversary celebrations, storytelling and more 2. Support on-going campus event coordination, and a well-honed ability to work with partners across the enterprise to make an event successful. 3. An ability to write - whether it's newsletters, campus-wide communications, internal communications missives, safety bulletins, or PPT slides. You'll have exposure to the top levels of this OEM leadership, event companies, film crews, media events, communications leadership and more. The ability to communicate concisely, multi-task and be known for quick responsiveness is part and parcel to this job. Finally, exposure to highly-confidential information means this role is built on one of trust.
Job overview
* Support communications lead with company clients
* Coordinate photo, video and event requests on campus
* Work closely with site leadership, safety, facilities and security
* Support opportunities include media programs, leadership meetings, internal recognitions, ribbon cuttings, executive drives, campus tours and vehicle reveals across client's full portfolio
* Support campus internal communications site, including story mining and writing news stories for 4,500+ resident employees.
* Site aligns closely with other southeast Michigan campuses and corporate news page to work closely with communications counterpart on facility, safety, medical and environmental announcements Skills:
* Event planning
* Strong attention to detail
* Ability to balance multiple high-profile projects at once
* Willing to adapt and change direction with short notice
* Work independently Qualifications:
* Proven writing ability
* Proven event coordination
* Ability to work with and manage all levels of colleagues from executives to hourly employees * Ability to be onsite in Milford, Michigan
Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.
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