Executive Director, Global Integrated Communications (NARS)

Job Summary:

This position is an integral part of the Global Integrated Communications Department. The role oversees the Global Brand Communications and Global Integrated Communications & Influencer Engagement functions.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Development and execution of the brands’ owned, earned and paid global creator strategies
• External facing global communications programs and experiences to build NARS’ image, awareness and equity amongst creators, consumers, retailers, industry leaders and fashion/celebrity tastemakers
• New platform creator experimentation and development
• Internal Communications
• Issue/Crisis management
• Brand Communications, storytelling assets, collateral, and tools development
• Mr. Nars special projects and initiatives
• Beauty of Change Cause Platform
• Localization and implementation of the Global strategy and counsel for key strategic markets including China, Travel Retail, US, UK, etc. and drive launch and establishment of new markets
• Brand’s global paid creator strategy and partnerships, guidelines, and vetting
• Strong collaborative relationships with key global, regional and market leads of NARS and Affiliates i.e., Global Marketing, Digital and Global social media, E-Commerce, Artistry, Affiliate Regional and Brand Managers and PR Manager

Brand Communications

• Develop brand storytelling to amplify, reach and engage consumers across -relevant channels
• Lead creation and distribution of communications toolkits and special packaging to each region with key launch materials including messaging, press releases, photography, event, and influencer activation guidelines
• Lead global brand creator and consumer experiences inclusive of agency RFP process. event conceptualization and execution
• Support François Nars initiatives, projects, and market visits
• Oversee Beauty of Change cause platform strategy, global rollout, programming and cross-channel communications.
• Oversee all relevant budgets and interface with finance team on a regular basis to ensure accuracy. Lead creation of annual budget guidelines for markets

Corporate Communications  

• Lead all Corporate/Brand Communications needs and serve as liaison for Shiseido and Tokyo HQ.
• Develop executive leadership and employee talent communications strategy to include engagement opportunities, panels, social media presence, interviews, etc.
• Drive NARS Brand Communications strategy to include overarching brand promotion as a leading innovator in the industry, digital and consumer engagement technology, etc.
• Lead all trade organization requests, events, special projects

Issue Management

• Lead Crisis/Issue Management for all brand touchpoints including Social and Traditional Media, Customer Service, E-Comm, etc. for consumer sensitivity issues, product testing and safety, ingredient concerns, talent/influencer communications related partnerships/relationships
• Partner with Legal, Shiseido Corporate Communications, Tokyo HQ and brand stakeholders on crisis and issues action plans for internal and external audiences to protect the brand image and equity globally
• Lead risk assessment for influencer partnerships and collaborations, collaborate with Shiseido Corporate Communications for external counsel accordingly

Global Earned and Paid Integrated Communications & Creator Engagement

• Drive a cohesive global earned + paid strategy to support all key launches/initiatives with influencers.
• Amplify brand messages and storytelling with 360-degree approach for influencer programs, disruptive experiences, and event touchpoints
• Further NARS’ earned and paid creator strategies, ensuring ongoing relevance through key as well as emerging platforms, content types, and influencer verticals
• Lead development of new market launch Communications strategies, inclusive of pre-launch, launch and post-launch periods
• Identify and explore new platform creator experimentation and development
• Ideate new and compelling ways to engage the creator community and consumers with possible ties to retail, DTC, etc.
• Contribute to the development of brand’s 3-year strategy; anticipate future opportunities via industry analysis, culture and trend forecasting
• Oversee regional and local market influencer strategy, approach, and activity/partnerships to ensure global consistency
• Oversee development of strategic paid global influencer partnerships and campaigns
• Partner with Regional heads in Europe, Asia, and the Americas to develop key Communications strategies that support their specific regions through events, assets, and content
• Secure Regional buy in to support incremental localized programs surrounding major strategic priorities
• Oversee global measurement partners, monitoring and KPI process

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in public relations/communications in agency or in-house
• Experience in International Communications with knowledge specifically within the Asia region preferred
• Extensive understanding of the Creator/KOL and media landscape globally (Americas, EMEA, Asia)
• Finger on pulse of digital innovation and developments in the space
• Strong understanding of Creator contract development and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational and communications skills, ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Must have the ability to understand international marketplace including trends and cultural behaviors Understanding of global cosmetics and beauty landscape and competitor sets
• Ability to think and communicate strategically and to differentiate trends/best practices amongst cultures
• Ability to manage plans and budgets
• Superior attention to detail with a high level of creative energy
• Excellent project management skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Experience in managing multiple PR agencies and contractors
• Diplomacy, team player and leadership skills required

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