Communications Manager

Discovery Education
Charlotte, NC
Category Marketing
Job Description
Discovery Education is seeking a Communications Manager to plan, develop, and execute high-impact external and internal communications that elevate our brand reputation, strengthen executive visibility, and deepen engagement across K-12 and corporate audiences.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field required
  • 5+ years of communications, PR, journalism, or related experience, ideally in K–12, EdTech, technology, or mission-driven organizations
  • Proven experience developing and executing external and internal communications plans with measurable business impact
  • Proficiency with communications metrics and media monitoring tools (e.g., Meltwater, Cision, MuckRack or similar)
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills
  • Strong cross-functional partnership skills; experience coordinating inputs, aligning stakeholders, and delivering communications on deadline
  • Experience applying data (media monitoring, engagement metrics, qualitative feedback) to refine messaging and prioritize opportunities
  • Comfort using communications tools, including AI-enabled tools, to accelerate research and first drafts—paired with strong judgment, fact-checking, and brand standards

Benefits

  • Continuing Education AND Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Mentorship program and collaboration with veteran leaders
  • Constant opportunities for cross-functional training and skill building
  • Uncapped career growth
  • Leave for life’s moments including 7 recognized holidays
  • Take PTO without the vacation guilt
  • Up to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Annual Winter Holiday Break (typically the last week of December)
  • Robust and comprehensive insurance package
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