AHLA’s Marketing & Communications department tells the story of our association, our members, and the hotel industry. Within this department is a content team responsible for creating the audio, video, written, and digital projects for AHLA.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association is seeking a Senior Manager of Content to report to the Vice President, Content and Strategy. The Senior Manager of Content will shoot and edit audio and video, post to and monitor social media, and edit and distribute member newsletters, among other responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
Generate, edit, publish, and share engaging social media content (e.g. original text, photos, graphics, videos, and news) on popular social media platforms, such as X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn
Monitor all AHLA social media platforms and brand mentions via Sprout
Stay up-to-date with current technologies and trends in social media, design tools, and applications
Create social media graphics using Canva and the Adobe suite
Shoot and edit audio and video using Sony cameras and the Adobe suite
Draft talking points for CEO’s video recordings
Set up camera equipment for CEO’s interviews with press and virtual presentations
Take and publish photographs
Post text, photos, and videos to AHLA website
Edit and distribute member newsletters
File all deliverables in project management system
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree
At least five years of experience in journalism and/or communications
Experience with photography, videography, and video editing is required
Understanding of social media metrics is preferred, but not required
Skills and Attributes:
Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to be coached
Excellent copy, editing, and proofreading skills
Meticulous attention to detail
A creative eye for all things visual
Fluent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Knowledge of social media platforms and website content management services
Knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
Ability to work closely with executives
Fluent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments
Team player with a high level of professionalism, self-motivation, ability to learn quickly, and a positive attitude
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across the department and organization
Knowledge in gathering social media analytics
Other:
Position is based in Washington, DC
Some domestic travel required
Hybrid work schedule: In-office Tues-Thurs and one in-office Monday per month.
Salary: $80,000-$85,000
AHLA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
For more than 100 years, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has been the foremost representative of and advocate for the U.S. lodging industry. We are the only national association that represents all segments of an industry that is among the 10 largest business sectors in America. We advocate for our members so they can do their best at what matters most: serving guests, employees and their communities.
From major global brands to the small inns and bed & breakfasts, AHLA provides a singular voice that brings together the industry’s multitude of constituents. Our industry is incredibly diverse and represents everyone from brand CEO's to independent hotel owners, general managers and hotel staff and is an integral contributor to the American economy.