IGT - Senior Director, Corporate Communications (15686)

Company: The City of Providence
Location: Providence
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

IGT - Senior Director, Corporate Communications (15686)IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit .ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Director, Global Lottery Communications plays a critical role in developing and executing the company's global external communications strategy. This person will manage a team of two and work closely with many internal stakeholders and cross-functional groups to develop stories that drive shareholder value and reinforce the company's leadership in global lottery and sustainability.The ideal candidate will be highly experienced in development and execution of media relations strategy and have the demonstrated ability to draft a variety of media-focused documents including news releases, holding statements, executive talking points, in addition to social posts, customer letters, company reports, and more. This person will play an integral role in driving crisis communications and reputation management strategy and must be adept at providing high-level strategic communications counsel and serving as a company spokesperson.QualificationsQualified candidates must be detail-oriented, have a solutions-oriented approach and possess exceptional written and interpersonal communications skills. This position is based in Providence, Rhode Island.Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in Journalism, Communications or related discipline
• Minimum 12 years' experience in public relations or corporate communications
• Experience working at a publicly traded company and/or in a highly regulated industry
• Ability to craft compelling narratives and present complex ideas to a variety of audiences
• Proven experience managing media relations and crisis communications.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to business challenges
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing people, with the ability to effectively coach, develop and manage a high-performing communications team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be able to collaborate with team members across disciplines and produce consistently excellent communications counsel and content; this is a hands-on position that produces work independently
• Executive presence, and demonstrated strong capability in presenting convincingly to high-level executives and partnersKeys to SuccessIGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
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