Flynn Wendy’s Communications & Content Manager
About Flynn Wendy’s
Flynn Wendy’s, a leading franchisee of Wendy’s and a premier brand within Flynn Group, is seeking a versatile and innovative Communications & Content Manager. Our Support team is dedicated to shaping engaging narratives, fostering a connected culture, and ensuring organization effectiveness across our operations.
Role Overview
Are you a strategic thinker with a flair for creativity? We are seeking an adept individual who has an aptitude to understand the restaurant business and its audience to lead our communications initiatives autonomously. As the Communications & Content Manager, you'll collaborate across functional teams, crafting and executing communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. From curating internal content, driving recognition programs, to steering the brand voice, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our narrative.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications: Develop, implement, and manage cohesive communication plans across diverse channels including email, newsletters, intranet, and social media.
Content Creation: Produce compelling written and visual content that captures the essence of our brand, ensuring engagement and alignment with our voice.
Learning & Development Support: Design instructional content that complements HR/Learning & Development initiatives, catering to various learning methods.
Graphic Design & Multimedia: Create high-quality visuals and simple video edits aligning with brand guidelines to enhance messaging.
Project Management: Take ownership of select Operations initiatives, including new systems rollouts, by overseeing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring effective communication strategies to support successful implementations.
Continuous Improvement: Establish feedback mechanisms, regularly evaluate communication strategies, and optimize content based on analytics.
Crisis Management & Counsel: Address media inquiries, support crisis communications, and advise senior leadership on effective messaging strategies.
Technology Integration: Manage the intranet and explore additional communication tools to enhance and support business operations.
Event Planning & Coordination: Contribute to planning and executing company events, including virtual and in-person engagements such as Cultural and Heritage month celebrations and annual conferences, ensuring alignment with the company's communication strategies and organizational values.
Qualifications
Exceptional Writing Skills: Ability to craft compelling content aligned with executive voice, brand guidelines and business objectives.
Project Management: Proficient in handling multiple projects with strong organizational abilities.
Collaborative Mindset: Skilled at partnering across departments, influencing stakeholders, and fostering collaboration.
Adaptability: Agility to navigate evolving digital communication landscapes with a proactive and adaptable approach.
Resourcefulness: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve challenges efficiently.
Technical Proficiency: MS Office Suite, social media platforms, and basic graphic design, video editing tools, web design/HTML capabilities.
Preferred Experience: Familiarity with WordPress, SharePoint, Creative Suite, or related tools is advantageous.
Requirements
Experience: 5+ years in communications and diverse content development for remote workforces; 2+ years in content management.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related field.
Location: Overland Park, KS corporate office preferred.
Join us in shaping impactful communications and fostering a cohesive, thriving organizational culture at Flynn Wendy’s.
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