Communications Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Communications Manager to oversee and implement digital and media strategy in support of our large, diverse renewable energy pipeline. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who develops and executes multi-channel communications to drive deep local engagement, awareness, and support for our projects. This leadership role requires a deep expertise in digital media platforms, a track record of project management skills and attention to detail, as well as a passion for clean energy. This hybrid position is based in our San Francisco office.

If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume

What You'll Be Doing

Digital Strategy

• Lead comprehensive digital media strategies tailored to each energy project.
• Identify target audiences and develop campaigns that engage, inform, and motivate local communities.

Content Creation and Management

• Generate compelling content (including text, images, and videos) for various digital platforms such as websites, social media, email newsletters, and blogs. Ensure the website and other platforms are robust, visually appealing, and frequently updated.
• Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and alignment with project goals.

Social Media Management

• Manage and maintain social media profiles across platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) to increase visibility and engagement.
• Monitor social media trends and respond to inquiries or comments in a timely manner.

Email Marketing Campaigns

• Develop and execute email campaigns to nurture leads, provide project updates, and promote community involvement.
• Turn performance metrics into strategies that yield results.

Analytics and Reporting

• Track and analyze digital media performance using tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights.
• Prepare regular reports on key metrics and provide recommendations for improvement.

Community Engagement

• Collaborate with community outreach teams to integrate digital strategies into broader engagement efforts.
• Support initiatives that foster positive relationships with local stakeholders and enhance project visibility.

Traditional media communications

• Develop and execute a strategy to engage national, local, and trade press through briefings, press releases, reporter cultivation, and executive preparation.
• Manage high-quality, high-visibility press events

What You'll Bring

Digital Media Channels Expertise

• Social Media Platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram)
• Websites (Content Management Systems like WordPress)
• Email Marketing Platforms (Mailchimp)
• Digital Advertising Platforms (Google Ads, Facebook Ads)
• Video Hosting and Streaming Platforms (YouTube, Vimeo)

Required Skills

• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record and experience in media and/or political campaigns.
• Creativity and strategic thinking to drive engagement and awareness.
• Strong proficiency in digital content creation and management.
• Demonstrated success running paid and organic digital media campaigns.
• Strong understanding of social media best practices and trends.
• Experience with website management and SEO principles.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Project management and organizational abilities.
• Graphic design and video editing skills

What Would Be Nice

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience in the renewable energy sector or related industries or digital/campaign communications.
• Familiarity with community engagement strategies and public relations.

Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$128,000 - $156,000 USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., our portfolio comprises approximately 11.6 GW of gross generating capacity in 26 states, including 9.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage assets, and over 2.5 GW of conventional dispatchable power generation providing critical grid reliability services. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new energy projects for the future, Clearway’s operating fleet generates enough reliable electricity to power more than 3 million homes today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Denver, Houston, Phoenix, Princeton, and San Diego. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion At Clearway, we create a community that isn’t about being the same – it’s about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway’s team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website.

Notice to Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notice to California Applicants Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.