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Hurtigruten søker Media and Communications Advisor
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Communications Advisor to manage our external communications output as well as supporting our internal communication department in Hurtigruten Group.
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Om arbeidsgiver
Hurtigruten Group is the world’s leading adventure travel group, offering unique small-ship and land-based adventures from pole to pole – and anywhere between. We take our guests to the most spectacular areas of the planet, offering a mix of pristine wilderness and visits to genuine local communities.
Hurtigruten Group is revolutionizing the travel industry’s approach to sustainability, allowing us to offer authentic local experiences while leaving a footprint we are proud of – both in nature and with the communities we visit.
Our commitment to safety is as absolute as our passion for exploration. Safeguarding our guests, colleagues, partners, wildlife, nature, and the communities we visit will always be our number one priority. Everyone on a Hurtigruten adventure will always be – and feel – safe, comfortable – and excited!
Hurtigruten Group is focused around three main business areas:
Hurtigruten Expeditions – the world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line. With sustainability and exploration at core, Hurtigruten Expeditions offers small-ship exploration of more than 250 destinations across 30+ countries, including Antarctica, Alaska, Northwest Passage, Greenland, Iceland, Svalbard, Norway, British Isles, South America, Caribbean and more. Hurtigruten Expedition’s fleet of 7 small-size custom built expedition cruise ships include the world’s first battery-hybrid powered cruise ships, all offering big adventures on small ships - along with hand-picked experts from Hurtigruten Expedition Teams.
Hurtigruten Norway – the original since 1893. Offering a unique combination of local travelers, goods and international tourists since the very first departure almost 130 years ago. Connecting 34 communities along Norway’s rugged coastline, Hurtigruten Norway’s 7 coastal express ships takes you closer to nature and the local communities – in what is referred to as “the most beautiful voyage in the world”.
Hurtigruten Svalbard – year-round land-based adventures next to the North Pole. Hurtigruten land-based Arctic adventures traces its roots back to the late 1800s. Today, Hurtigruten Svalbard is the largest and longest running tour operator on the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. A total supplier of experiences, accommodation, and dining, Hurtigruten Svalbard operates three unique hotels, several bars and restaurants and retail facilities, as well as excursions. Hurtigruten Svalbard holds a world leading position in Arctic sustainable tourism, including electric snowmobiles and catamaran – powered with renewable energy from the Arctic winds and midnight sun.
You are a highly motivated communicator with enviable storytelling capabilities, who can bring Hurtigruten Group’s overarching corporate messages to life through writing, design, and video / audio across owned and earned channels.
You will also contribute to shaping our strategic communications plan and identify global opportunities to help build the Hurtigruten Group brand and CEO profile. You will deliver efficient cross organisational content and find opportunities to use research, data, and insight to produce meaningful communications aligned with Hurtigruten Group’s strategic goals.
You have experience in communications and media in a global setting, are comfortable using a range of channels to target audiences and able to manage stakeholder relationships. You are able to write accurate and inspiring copy, generate new ideas and are visionary in your approach to social media. You know the latest sustainability trends and keep up to date with news and travel culture.
Hurtigruten Group is revolutionizing the travel industry’s approach to sustainability, allowing us to offer authentic local experiences while leaving a footprint we are proud of both in nature and with the communities we visit. This is a unique opportunity for a sustainability-focused, travel addict to be part of a new and inspirational team. You will help communicate our mission effectively, build our brand and fulfill our ambitious growth plans.
You will report directly to the VP of Group Communication.
Duties and responsibilities
- Write and edit lively and compelling press releases, opinion pieces, blog and social media posts, press releases, key messages, financial results
- Create and edit inspirational Group content and film and edit video for CEO and other members of the Executive Management Team, often at short notice
- You will work in close cooperation with our internal comms manager on different activities (townhall meetings, CEO internal video posts, SoMe content.)
- Collaborate with other communication colleagues in Hurtigruten Expeditions and Hurtigruten Norway and Content and Marketing on how best to tell stories and present our facts using design, photo, graphics, audio and video
- Help organize initiatives and plan internal or big-ticket external Group events
- Liaise with global media and handle requests for interviews, statements and pitch interview opportunities
- Provide crisis communications counsel to Executive Management Team when required
Qualifications
We look for people who have:
- 3-5 years experience in media and communication
- Are passionate about the travel industry, sustainability innovation, and growth
- Are eager to develop themselves, explore and learn new things - that they actively share with those around them
- Are pragmatic when needed, and enjoy a dynamic workplace where priorities and needs change
- Understand the global media landscape and other channels for communicating stories about Hurtigruten Group and travel
- Takes responsibility for execution, are highly operational and agile in their work approach
Personal qualities
- Experience in video and content production including the use of photo and video-editing software is a huge asset
- Creative thinker with demonstrated success in implementing out-of-the-box content ideas
- Demonstrated abilities to manage multiple priorities, projects and internal/external resources in a fast-paced environment, while meeting deadlines and adhering to quality standards
- Strong drive, creative flare, flexible and global mindset essential
- Outstanding organizational, project management and administrative planning abilities
- Fluent English speaker/written skills. Norwegian language skills is a huge bonus.
- BSc/BA in media, journalism, public relations, communications or relevant field
We can offer
- Enthusiastic and ambitious colleagues that care about building the best travel product in the world
- Excellent opportunities for travel, personal development, and a passion for employee engagement
- A chance to be part of a new and inspirational Group Communication team, get to work closely with the CEO and help shape new partnerships, and projects from the ground
Contact information:
- Catriona Loughran, VP Group Communications, email: catriona.loughran@hurtigruten.com
