There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

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Key Responsibilities:

Aviate is United Airlines, Inc.’s pilot career development program offering both aspiring flight students and commercial pilots a defined career path to potential employment as a First Officer with United.

Aviate’s goal is to attract outstanding people who want to join the very best team of pilots in the aviation industry. United understands that in order to do this, Aviate will be flexible enough to accommodate individuals at every stage of their training and development. Through its network of participating universities, professional flight training organizations, Part 135 operators, and United Express carriers, United offers Candidates multiple points of entry into Aviate. Candidates who apply and are selected to join Aviate will benefit from a career path that is tailored to their current experience level, enabling them to build flight hours and develop as leaders in preparation for a potential position with United.

The Aviate Team is currently seeking an individual who is passionate about essential communications and multi-channel marketing. Have an entrepreneurial mind, is a strong communicator, and excels in a fast-paced environment. You have the foundational and strategic understanding of integrated marketing and how the elements of a marketing plan work together for maximum impact. You will apply your project management, creative, relationship-building skills to support the Manager of Aviate Marketing & Communications and Director of Aviate & Pilot Strategy. As the Senior Specialist – Aviate Marketing & Communications, you will help develop, complete, and implement compelling, multichannel content for the Aviate audience, partners, and internal customers. You are skilled in event coordination and can thrive in high pressure situations. If you are someone who challenges the status quo, looks for new opportunities, takes a build-measure-learn approach to marketing campaigns and demonstrates passion for your work, come join the Aviate team.

The Senior Specialist – Aviate Marketing and Communications will develop, lead, and implement Aviate communications, branding, marketing, public relations, and social media strategies

• Support Aviate communications and marketing strategy passionate about growth, retention, and engagement with online communities through development, planning, and execution
• Generate and implement communications between United/Aviate and the Aviate partner organizations
• Support Aviate partner social media
• Develop marketing materials and assets to support the Aviate recruiting efforts
• Support Aviate social media through the creation of materials and online engagement
• Work cross-functionally with Creative Services to maintain regular service related to our digital platforms (website), such as website updates, maintenance, and improvements
• Evaluate current digital content gaps and opportunities to improve brand recognition of Aviate and communication lags
• Collaborate with United marketing resources and associated groups/leadership within United to develop Aviate marketing programs, initiatives, and materials
• Aid in event coordination for internal and external Aviate informational, recruiting, and sponsored events
• Stay informed and educated on the latest Aviate program updates, evolving industry behavior, and United specific guidelines
• Think creatively, stay up-to-date on relevant trends in digital, social media, and email marketing
• Maintain marketing and communications approval process that includes all vital partners, including but not limited to Aviate leadership, Marketing, Corp Comms, Branding, and Social Media
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Manager of Aviate Marketing & Communications, and Director Aviate and Pilot Strategy

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in marketing or an equivalent, relevant field
• 3+ years experience, of which at least 1 year is related to this role i.e., professional marketing and/or communications, social media marketing, content creation
• Organization skills and multitasking abilities
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written (AP style) communication skills
• Consistent track record implementing multi-layered marketing plans
• Knowledge of Sales and Marketing processes
• Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experienced with marketing automation best practices and digital platforms such as Constant Contact, Google Analytics, Instagram Professional Dashboard (or social media reporting equivalent)
• Strong project management skills - experience prioritizing projects/tasks, establishing timelines, as well as collaborating with and receiving approval from multiple stakeholders
• Ability to excel under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage working through multiple projects simultaneously
• Social media savvy with user generated content, community management and content planning
• Copywriting for digital communications (e-blasts, newsletters, invitations, etc.), web and blog (SEO), and print media (flyers, profile sheets, brochures, banners, etc.)
• Experience creating digital assets with a creative platform like Canva or Adobe products
• Development of marketing toolkits to support likeminded groups/partners for brand consistency
• Salesforce experience is a plus
• Agency experience is a plus
• Knowledgeable of the U.S. business, social media, and aviation landscape

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.