Vice President - Corporate Communications

February 25

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Great Minds

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Great Minds is an educational company dedicated to developing high-quality instructional materials for students and teachers. It offers comprehensive curricula in mathematics, English language arts, and science, designed to build deep and enduring knowledge. Great Minds' products, such as the Eureka Math², Wit & Wisdom, and PhD Science, aim to advance equity in classrooms by engaging all learners. The company supports educators with professional learning resources and customizable teaching materials that align with state standards and focus on building essential skills and knowledge. Great Minds is committed to making educational opportunities accessible to every student and provides resources to help educators tailor instruction to meet diverse classroom needs.

Curriculum based on the Common Core State Standards • Liberal Arts • Advocacy • Curriculum development • Education

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2007

📚 Education

📋 Description

• The Vice President of Corporate Communications will lead external and internal communications planning and execution in support of business goals and organizational growth. • Working closely with the executive team, including the CEO, this role will ensure a unified, compelling communication strategy that aligns with Great Minds’ growth, mission, and impact in the K-12 education sector. • Partner with senior leadership to define corporate messaging, narrative, and brand identity in accordance with the business strategic plan and in response to market conditions. • Oversee the creation and implementation of Great Minds' master brand strategy and ensure alignment across all communications. • Manage content creation, including press releases, blog posts, whitepapers, and thought leadership articles, ensuring all materials align with the company’s voice and strategic objectives. • Protect and elevate the company’s brand and reputation across all markets. • Lead media relations efforts, building relationships with key journalists, influencers, and media outlets. • Track and analyze communication campaign effectiveness, media coverage, and engagement metrics. • Provide regular reports to senior leadership on key performance indicators, using data to optimize future strategies.

🎯 Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in corporate communications with 7+ years leading high performing teams preferable in a K12 market. • Strategic Thinker: You have experience aligning communication strategies with business goals and navigate complex challenges. • Brand Architect: Experience building and managing a brand’s visual identity, tone, and style guides to ensure consistency and alignment across all touchpoints. • Crisis Communication Expert: Skilled at managing high-stakes communication, from issue management to handling crisis situations effectively. • Proven Leader: A track record of leading cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration. • Media & Public Relations Specialist: Well-connected in the media and influencer landscape, with a proven ability to secure high-impact media coverage. • Policy & Advocacy Savvy: Knowledgeable about federal, state, and local policies and the ability to lead advocacy efforts within the K-12 education space. • Content-Driven: Adept at overseeing the creation of impactful, on-brand content that resonates with key stakeholders. • Collaborative & Adaptable: Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to pivot quickly in response to changing market conditions or business priorities.