Requisition Number: 78480

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

Communications manager is responsible for partnering with Optical Communications’ Business Units, including Optical Connectivity Solutions, Data Centers, and Optical Fiber and Cable, to develop, manage, and distribute global internal and executive communications. Leveraging strategic communications tools, tactics, and insights, this position plays a critical role in ensuring that internal audiences are informed, inspired, and engaged.

The position reports to the Director, Communications, Corning Optical Communications.

Key Responsibilities

Work with the global business communications manager to develop and execute communications strategies to align business units around business goals and objectives.
Research, conduct interviews, write, edit, and post compelling content in multiple formats for various vehicles.
Work as part of the COC Communications team on strategic narratives and building corporate brand and reputation.
Assist in communication of strategies and business priorities from executive leaders, including the development of email messages, video scripts, talking points, Q&A, and speeches.
Provide support or management of internal meetings and conferences, including quarterly business updates, event planning and logistics.
Provide facility-specific communications counsel to plant managers and other members of the organization’s operational facilities.
Ensure that internal communications messages are consistent across all mediums and for different businesses, functions, and geographies of the organization.
Assist in the dissemination of information to internal audiences during crisis situations.
Work cross-functionally with internal business partners, special project teams, and employee groups to serve as a resource and subject matter expert to develop and deliver effective communications.
Measure effectiveness of communications efforts and offer solutions for improvements and optimizations.
Develop and maintain Communications “best practice” processes and guidelines.
Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field
Minimum 7 years’ experience working on business communications for a large organization
Writing skills in creative, business-like style for print, electronic, and various other media
Proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint
Project management experience with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to travel up to 25%

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $131,318.00 - $180,562.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

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Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [email protected].

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