Corporate Communications Associate

Goleta, CA

We’re looking for a self-motivated Corporate Communications Associate to support our internal and external communications as part of our growing Global Communications team. You’ll play a key role driving our thought leadership around the future of work and company culture and will support our global company, ESG, and leadership communications. You’ll be a critical partner to cross-functional teams across the company including CSR, DEI, Deckers Gives, HR, social media, PR and C-suite comms, and be an advisor to some of our most senior leaders. We’re a small but mighty team and this is a highly visible role that will enable you to make a tangible and meaningful impact

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS CONCEPTING, WRITING, AND EDITING

Collaborate with the Global Communications Team to conceptualize, write, and edit communication assets including presentations, speaking points, web copy, emails, invitations, video scripts, social media, press releases, and articles
Provide edits and feedback on communications drafted by other partners
Give input on overall strategy and tone

BUILDING AND EXECUTING ON COMMUNICATIONS PLANS

Work closely with the Global Communications Manager to build and execute on a variety of campaigns and projects
Ensure documentation of projects
Assist with timeline and deliverables
Maintain communications calendar

COORDINATING WITH INTERNAL CLIENTS AND PARTNERS

Meet frequently with internal clients to identify communications needs
Field requests and assess priority and scope level, in conjunction with Global Communications Manager
Lead occasional meetings with communications partners

ADMINISTRATING VARIOUS COMMUNICATIONS PLATFORMS

Oversees day to day operations, implementation, and organization of internal communications platforms such as Cerkl, the HUB, and digital signage
Maintain accurate and efficient audience distribution lists
Keep communications tools orderly and effective by helping develop processes for intake and project management

SUPPORTING CORPORATE INITIATIVES SUCH AS EXECTIVE BRANDING AND ALL HANDS

Provides input on tone of leadership communications, considering how to best position their personal brands
Provides input on content for quarterly All Hands meetings
Works with Investor Relations and Legal on occasional crisis communications

Who You Are

You are versatile and able to adapt to the brand voice of the company and style that is most appropriate for the content format.
You enjoy working hard with a smart and talented team and are comfortable speaking up and making your opinion heard.
You are a creative, flexible problem solver who loves to write, optimize and adjust copy to resonate with the target audience.
You have an attention to detail, a level of consistency and creativity that enables you to generate work products with minimal guidance or supervision.
You have an understanding of organizational processes and a knack for improving them, identifying and filling gaps where needed

We’d love to hear from people with

Education/Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Organizational Psychology, or related field

Work Experience:

3+ years of writing/editing/proofreading experience in corporate communications, journalism, publishing, public relations, marketing or related field (writing sample required)
Comfortability with both short and long form copy writing
Familiarity with platform management for web and email

Skills/Competencies:

Conceptual, creative thinker with a passion for writing, storytelling, and the willingness to learn from others
Ability to lead and drive discussions/conversations with executives
Exceptional project management, organization, strategic planning, and analytical skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Thrive in a fast-paced, flexing environment
Excellent interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and accuracy

What We'll Give You

Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.