Communications Director
The Architect's Newspaper, New York, NY, United States
Overview
MBB Architects is seeking a skilled Communications Director to join our interdisciplinary, award-winning architecture firm in New York City. Focused on design excellence and strategic impact, we are a collaborative, women-owned practice led by four Partners. Our mission is to design beautiful, responsive, and meaningful environments to enrich people’s lives and shape a sustainable future. Established in 1998 as Murphy Burnham & Buttrick Architects, the firm works across diverse typologies and scales, with an emphasis on serving institutional clients. Our diverse team of 25 includes architects, planners, sustainability specialists and interior designers. We incorporate research on inclusive and high-performance design techniques while creating humanistic spaces that address evolving needs. We bring the highest levels of professionalism to all our endeavors.
MBB offers a supportive and stimulating work environment. Our studio is structured to enable architects and designers to develop their professional skills, expand their knowledge, and make positive contributions to the built environment and the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement communications strategy
Ensure clarity of messaging and value proposition across all pursuits
Direct RFP, RFQ, RFI responses
Provide editorial quality control
Identify new business opportunities and serve as point of contact
Support partner business development efforts and set up meetings
Build and maintain industry relationships
Write/edit quarterly email newsletter
Research site history, new client profiles, and aspects relevant to new project pursuits
Support partner publications and speaking engagements
Oversee social media strategy and implementation
Manage forthcoming firm monograph project
Develop and manage annual marketing budget
Present annual forensic report on new business pursuits
Pitch to media and coordinate with PR consultants
Qualifications
Excellent communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to articulate the impact of architecture and design
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
Ability to collaborate effectively with partners and staff
Detail oriented, accurate, self-starter
Understanding of NYC architecture industry and organizations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other software as needed
5+ years of relevant experience in the A/E industry
Additional Information MBB is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workplace and profession.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. To be considered for the position, details relating to work authorization status must be indicated on the cover letter.
Thank you for your interest in MBB. Website: www.mbbarch.com
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MBB offers a supportive and stimulating work environment. Our studio is structured to enable architects and designers to develop their professional skills, expand their knowledge, and make positive contributions to the built environment and the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement communications strategy
Ensure clarity of messaging and value proposition across all pursuits
Direct RFP, RFQ, RFI responses
Provide editorial quality control
Identify new business opportunities and serve as point of contact
Support partner business development efforts and set up meetings
Build and maintain industry relationships
Write/edit quarterly email newsletter
Research site history, new client profiles, and aspects relevant to new project pursuits
Support partner publications and speaking engagements
Oversee social media strategy and implementation
Manage forthcoming firm monograph project
Develop and manage annual marketing budget
Present annual forensic report on new business pursuits
Pitch to media and coordinate with PR consultants
Qualifications
Excellent communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to articulate the impact of architecture and design
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
Ability to collaborate effectively with partners and staff
Detail oriented, accurate, self-starter
Understanding of NYC architecture industry and organizations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other software as needed
5+ years of relevant experience in the A/E industry
Additional Information MBB is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workplace and profession.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. To be considered for the position, details relating to work authorization status must be indicated on the cover letter.
Thank you for your interest in MBB. Website: www.mbbarch.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr