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Communications Manager in Santa Barbara, CA

Communications Manager job description

Communications managers oversee the development and execution of internal and external messaging strategies for an organization. This role requires strong writing, editing and storytelling skills and the ability to manage multiple channels and campaigns. These professionals shape brand voice, maintain message consistency and ensure communications align with business goals.Communications managers also collaborate across departments to support executive messaging, media relations, employee engagement and digital content. They often lead crisis communications, manage public relations efforts and guide the use of AI-powered tools for content creation and audience analysis.

Typical communications manager duties:

Developing and implementing strategic communication plans that support organizational objectivesManaging internal communications, including newsletters, executive updates and employee engagement campaignsOverseeing external communications such as press releases, media outreach and brand messagingLeveraging AI tools to optimize content performance, personalize messaging and analyze audience sentimentCoordinating with marketing, HR and leadership teams to ensure messaging alignment across platformsMonitoring media coverage and public perception and responding to reputational risksCreating and maintaining editorial calendars for internal and external communications and contentCollaborating with or supervising content creators, copywriters and external agencies to ensure quality and consistency

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Salary for Communications Manager in Santa Barbara, CA

100013 - 136208

Low
100013
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
117793
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
136208
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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