Communications Coordinator

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people leverage design to bring new ideas forward that help solve the world’s most challenging problems for our communities and cities.

Your Role

Gensler is seeking a professional, motivated, and highly collaborative individual to join our team as a Communications Coordinator in the New York office. The Communications Coordinator will help with content development and tracking, award submissions, social media, events, and media relations support. The ideal candidate has a passion for design, strong writing skills, and a team-player attitude. They will work to support a range of activities designed to amplify Gensler’s people, brand, reputation, and thought leadership.

What You Will Do

Content Development and Support

• Support NE Communications Manager in developing communications collateral including project case story narratives, website content, press materials, and thought leadership, tracking development progress for cross-team transparency

• Support regional PR team in tracking and reporting external impact though media and industry partners

• Support special projects as needed

Awards & Surveys 

• Prepare and submit award submissions as assigned

• Assist with local and firmwide awards and ranking programs

• Work with Communications Manager to maintain local award calendar and deadlines

• Support regional PR team in tracking and reporting external awards and impact

Events and Speaking Engagements

• Work collaboratively with the PR and office support teams on hosted events in the New York office as assigned

• Support PR team on speaker submissions, presentation content development, and talking points as needed

• Support regional PR team in tracking and reporting external events and impact

Social Media 

• Develop strategy and content for Gensler New York’s Instagram account

• Support executives with LinkedIn content and strategy as needed

• Adapt firmwide content for local channels and leaders

• Support with graphics and development for local campaigns 

• Create innovative and compelling ideas for social media channels around projects, people, awards, announcements, and initiatives

• Track results and impact

Your Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in public relations, media, communications, or marketing, preferably in the AEC industry

• Strong writing, editing, grammar, and interpersonal skills

• Graphic design and video filming/editing skills are highly desirable but not required

• Self-motivator with strong organizational skills to coordinate and pro-actively manage multiple projects and deadlines

• Ability to work with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment, and problem-solve where necessary

• Professional demeanor and a friendly, flexible, proactive team player

• Proficiency in InDesign and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

To be considered, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 2–3 work samples or a portfolio. Your cover letter should address the key characteristics highlighted in this position description and communicate why your skillset, experience, and background make you a strong fit for this role.

**The base salary range will be estimated between $72,500 - $80,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit   Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler **

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.