Media Communications Specialist
Success is created by people, not by departments. Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations. We want to keep driving towards the future, so our team is currently seeking a Media Communications Specialist.
Description:
- Steers the Plant Woodruff and Plant Spartanburg teams to support external events, stakeholder engagements, Plant visits, and overall external communications needs.
- Manages multiple workstreams and deadlines, communicates strategically, and supports operations.
- Leads project management for external events held at Plant Spartanburg and Plant Woodruff, including plant milestones, community engagements, media-facing events, etc.
- Serves as BMW Zentrum liaison and supports oversight of operations.
- Manages external plant visits and coordination with visit stakeholders: HR, Zentrum, security, and leadership.
- Manages and maintains relationships and works directly with media members for external communications initiatives.
- Maintains Plant Standard Data information.
- Leads, gathers, prepares, and disseminates information on events, visits and as directed by communications team.
- Coordinates communication with media relations.
- Works as a member of the team that coordinates media relations.
- Serves as a liaison in the development, implementation and management of public relations and media events as outline in the yearly communication plan.
- Provides support for internal and external events.
- Supports event planning, writing, and photography.
- Supports the Communications team as directed across core initiatives within BMW Manufacturing.
- Develops, maintains improvements of Plant Spartanburg's image as an integral, active member of the community.
- Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
- Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS degree Project Management, Communications, Journalism, English or Business.
- 5+ years of professional experience in communications and project management experience.
- 5+ years of professional experience in digital communications and or Television.
- 5+ years of experience with MS Office (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
- 5+ years of external communications and events skills.
- 3+ years of working in an international environment skills (preferred).
- 3+ years of working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment (preferred).
- Working knowledge of AI/LLM tool integration, understanding of analytics/search.
- 2+ years of executing projects from concept to conclusion and managing multiple projects simultaneously skills.
- 3+ years of demonstrating strong writing, verbal, critical thinking skills and performing under deadline pressures skills.
- 3+ years demonstrated relationship management skills.
- Advanced proficiency in German, Spanish (preferred).
- Video production/editing skills (Preferred).
BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary, advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented. BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.
In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits.
Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
- Retirement Income Account
- Life insurance
- BMW Associates Assistance Program
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company vehicle program
BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.