[Hiring] Visual Communications Manager @Microsoft

Role Description

The Microsoft Events Studios and Production (ESP) team is seeking an experienced Presentation design professional to be a part of the team that delivers outstanding support experiences for Microsoft Executives at events. We create world-ready visual content for Microsoft executives that aligns to strategic messaging and corporate brand guidelines. In this role, you will be a part of a team of design/communication professionals, creating impactful design experiences across our entire event portfolio, including key external events, 3rd party events, and internal company events.

This role comprises a mix of design management and creative implementation skills, along with a passion for technology and events. You will be responsible for creating best-in-class visual storytelling solutions for executive presentation needs at events, and continuously drive design/event projects through to successful completion. As a trusted thought leader in the realm of presentation design and communications, you will be responsible for navigating a complete realm of storytelling processes and requirements to create stunning and impactful moments for Microsoft’s customers, partners, and employees.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for a team of executives aligned to a specific narrative construct, focusing on thought leadership that translates into the implementation of visual narrative solutions.
• Communicate and drive design solutions for executive communication assets that adhere to brand compliance guidelines and messaging frameworks.
• Engage with a diverse ecosystem of presentation design and communication vendors to create visual storytelling and graphic design solutions.
• Ensure design teams are utilizing the latest design best practices and processes.
• Demonstrate strong fundamental knowledge in visual design disciplines (typography, iconography, composition, color, layout, etc.).
• Effectively manage and assign priorities and workloads, determining deadlines and forecasting additional staffing needs.
• Build visual narratives and concepts that tell the story while adhering to event strategy goals.
• Impart critical feedback to vendors providing support for executive presentations.
• Leverage team and company resources into opportunities for sharing content from executives.
• Establish proactive engagements with the communications team to anticipate and remove potential roadblocks.
• Support may include travel to events, including international travel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in program management, digital content publishing/management, or experience in a writing or editing role OR equivalent experience.
• 10+ years managing design projects and a track record of leading successful design teams to the completion of event-related content.
• Travel for event pre and show dates, estimated to be 15%+ and could include weekends and international destinations.
• Frequent contact with all levels across the company including business groups, senior executives, field marketing groups, and external suppliers.
• Strong technical understanding, and preferably usage, of the Microsoft ecosystem and services.
• Collaboration and cross-team partnerships.
• Self-motivated and directed person, requiring minimal supervision for successful completion of duties.
• Knowledge of Adobe design programs including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Knowledge of motion graphics and postproduction workflows.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguous situations, identify and solve for blockers, and know when to escalate.
• A strong understanding of creative teams and processes.
• Strong executive presence and demonstrated ability to build, extend and maintain senior client relationships.
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Must be nimble enough to negotiate with multiple stakeholders.

Requirements

• Content Program Management IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $102,100 - $202,200 per year.
• Different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, is USD $133,800 - $219,200 per year.

Benefits

• Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
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Company Description

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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