How much does a Senior Communications Manager make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Senior Communications Manager in the United States is $59 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $53 and $66. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Senior Communications Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $47 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $53 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $59 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $66 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $72 US March 26, 2024
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What is a Senior Communications Manager ?

Director of communications is a position in both the private and public sectors. A director of communications is responsible for managing and directing an organization's internal and external communications. Directors of communications supervise public relations staff, create communication strategies, and may serve as the key spokesperson and media contact for the organization. A director of communications may also be called a public relations manager, communications director, or press secretary. The director of communications usually reports directly to a CXO, including a chief communicatio...

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Sagicor Life Insurance Company USA - Tampa , FL
Position Purpose The Senior Manager, Corporate Communications will provide general support and direction of company resources associated with corporate communications, marketing and sales under the supervision of the Chief Marketing Officer. Duties/Responsibilities Develop communication plans and campaigns for Sagicor’s producers, agencies and clients in close collaboration with senior business leaders, particularly the SVP Sales. Manage and maintain corporate websites, both field and consumer facing, including ADA accessibility, user experience, and metric tracking. Manage marketing material development and execution for product updates and launches, working closely with Sales, Product, Actuarial and Technology. Manage internal communications by liaising with senior leadership and Human Resources to maintain consistency in messaging across all channels. Manage a team to develop creative campaigns and materials, including management of Creative and Design associates. Write and manage t
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**Job Requisition ID #** 24WD76520 **Position Overview** We are looking for an experienced executive communications and media relations professional to join our team. You will bring, communications expertise, energy and creativity to help our chief sustainability officer find and authentically tell stories about Autodesk to customers, external influencers and employees through compelling speeches, presentations and written communications. Experience working with sustainability, in Autodesk's important industries, or for a global technology company are an asset. You will report to the Director, Head of Corporate and Crisis Communication **Responsibilities** + Develop and execute an annual strategic executive communications plan for our chief sustainability officer and main impact events in collaboration with other teams including employee communications, public relations, and social media + Develop earned media strategies for our chief sustainability officer and important impact moments
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Autodesk - San Francisco , CA
**Job Requisition ID #** 24WD76520 **Position Overview** We are looking for an experienced executive communications and media relations professional to join our team. You will bring, communications expertise, energy and creativity to help our chief sustainability officer find and authentically tell stories about Autodesk to customers, external influencers and employees through compelling speeches, presentations and written communications. Experience working with sustainability, in Autodesk's important industries, or for a global technology company are an asset. You will report to the Director, Head of Corporate and Crisis Communication **Responsibilities** + Develop and execute an annual strategic executive communications plan for our chief sustainability officer and main impact events in collaboration with other teams including employee communications, public relations, and social media + Develop earned media strategies for our chief sustainability officer and important impact moments
- Today
**Job Requisition ID #** 24WD76520 **Position Overview** We are looking for an experienced executive communications and media relations professional to join our team. You will bring, communications expertise, energy and creativity to help our chief sustainability officer find and authentically tell stories about Autodesk to customers, external influencers and employees through compelling speeches, presentations and written communications. Experience working with sustainability, in Autodesk's important industries, or for a global technology company are an asset. You will report to the Director, Head of Corporate and Crisis Communication **Responsibilities** + Develop and execute an annual strategic executive communications plan for our chief sustainability officer and main impact events in collaboration with other teams including employee communications, public relations, and social media + Develop earned media strategies for our chief sustainability officer and important impact moments
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Comcast Corporation - Philadelphia , PA
Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast. Job Summary The Senior Manager, Internal Communications develops and executes employee communications and engagement strategies in support of the Xfinity Growth, Innovation, and Experience (XGIE) organization, with specific focus on HR and employee experience. XGIE is responsible for our consumer busines
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American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - New York , NY
Please make sure to attach your resume to complete your application. Summary: Over the past several years, ASPCA has seen tremendous growth in supporter engagement and the number of active supporters. The American public and professionals in the industry identify ASPCA as the leading animal welfare organization in the country and see us an expert on preventing animal cruelty. This growth and leadership position have led to the creation of a new Marketing team with the responsibility of supporting existing, and developing new, B2C and B2B audiences and related marketing strategies, producing breakthrough creative content, codifying the brand position and key organizational messages. The team is also responsible for building an integrated marketing approach that orchestrates organizational campaigns and priority content and moments to better engage key audiences in our critical work. The Senior Manager of Marketing Communications will join a team of marketing, creative, content, digital
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