Director, Internal Communications remote type Hybrid locations Hartford, CT time type Full time job requisition id R2624658 Dir Communications - MI06AE The Director, Internal Communications plays a critical role in how leaders connect with employees and how strategy comes to life across the enterprise — particularly during moments of change, transformation and heightened employee attention. This role serves as a trusted communications advisor to select members of The Hartford’s Executive Leadership Team and their direct reports, supporting a range of enterprise functions and initiatives, including but not limited to technology, data, AI, and operations. This is a highly visible, strategic role for a communications leader who thrives at the intersection of business strategy, executive counsel and storytelling — and who brings sound judgment, influence and clarity to complex conversations. Responsibilities include: - Shape enterprise communication strategy. Lead internal communication and change strategies for designated executives, leaders, and business units, developing messaging and tactics that advance enterprise priorities, business goals, and transformation efforts. Influence decisions and outcomes by helping leaders communicate with clarity, confidence and credibility. - Advise senior leaders. Partner closely with executives and unit leaders to stay ahead of emerging trends, issues and opportunities affecting employees. Act as a primary point of contact for communication strategy and execution across assigned stakeholders and initiatives. Provide counsel on confidential and sensitive matters, thoughtfully balancing internal and external messaging considerations with reputational risk. - Deliver high‑impact campaigns. Develop and oversee integrated communication campaigns across enterprise channels, including email, intranet, leader toolkits, newsletters, live or virtual events, and external‑facing platforms as appropriate. - Craft leader communications. Create senior‑leader materials such as speeches, keynote remarks, talking points, presentations, briefings, video scripts, correspondence, articles, blog posts, and employee communications. Coach leaders on message delivery, presence, and authenticity to strengthen connection and trust with employees. - Lead through change. Serve as a senior advisor during moments of change, ambiguity or heightened employee attention by translating complex topics into clear, employee‑centered messages. Anticipate communication risks and opportunities and provide proactive, strategic counsel. - Drive alignment across teams. Collaborate closely with Marketing and Enterprise Communications to ensure messaging is aligned, well sequenced, and reinforces enterprise strategy, values and behaviors. Act as a connector across functions and serve as a role model and mentor for early‑career colleagues. - Measure and improve. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts using qualitative and quantitative insights. Apply data, feedback, and best practices to continuously improve clarity, engagement, and leader effectiveness. - Innovate and evolve. Stay current on communication trends, tools, and technologies, applying a contemporary, innovative approach to strengthen execution and impact. Qualifications: - A minimum of 10 years of experience in internal communications, media relations or a related role within a large, complex organization; experience at a publicly traded company required. Other relevant experience may be considered. - A strategic, confident communicator with strong judgment and the ability to provide clear counsel to senior leaders, influence decisions, and redirect stakeholders while maintaining trusted partnerships. - Proven experience advising leaders at all levels and translating complex business strategies into clear, actionable communication plans. - Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information, navigate ambiguity, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. - A track record of delivering multiple, high‑stakes communication initiatives under tight timelines while maintaining quality and attention to detail. - Strong knowledge of internal communications best practices, digital channels, AI and emerging tools and technologies. - Interest in and familiarity with topics relevant to senior leadership at publicly traded companies, including corporate strategy, financial performance, economic trends, organizational culture, and business‑related public policy. Financial services experience is a plus. - Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different leaders and audiences and a strong command of narrative storytelling. - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; advanced degree a plus. Location: This position is based at The Hartford’s headquarters in Hartford, CT and operates on a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $129,600 - $194,400

Team Name: Public Relations Job Title: Senior Manager of Communications, Blizzard – LATAM & Canada Requisition ID: R027034 Job Description: Job Title: Senior Manager of Communications, Blizzard – LATAM & Canada Reporting To: Senior Director of Integrated and International Communications, Microsoft Gaming Department: Communications Location: Remote Your Mission: The Senior Manager of Communications owns end‑to‑end regional communications strategy and execution for Blizzard across Latin America and Canada, shaping how players, creators, media, and communities experience and talk about our games throughout the year. Working on one of the world’s most iconic gaming brands, this role operates with a high degree of autonomy in fast‑moving, high‑ambiguity environments. You lead the day‑to‑day delivery of launch, live‑service momentum, and community communications, translating global strategy into high‑quality, culturally relevant regional execution. You set regional communications priorities, lead agency partners, and serve as a trusted cross‑functional partner to marketing, publishing, production, and studio teams. This role sits within the Microsoft Gaming Integrated and International Communications team, championing player‑first storytelling and innovative communications that serve passionate players across Blizzard, Activision, and Xbox globally. You’ll collaborate closely with international communications peers to share best practices, insights, and approaches that strengthen impact across markets. You will report to the Senior Director of Integrated and International Communications, Microsoft Gaming. This position is remote. What you bring to the table Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities: - Own end‑to‑end regional communications strategy and execution across LATAM and Canada, ensuring player‑first, culturally resonant storytelling aligned to global direction and regional business priorities. - Lead launch and live‑service momentum communications for Blizzard franchises, balancing long‑lead strategic planning with short‑lead opportunities tied to seasons, live ops, in‑game updates, events, and cultural moments. - Operate with autonomy in high‑ambiguity, fast‑moving environments, exercising sound judgment and adjusting plans as priorities evolve. - Develop and execute integrated communications campaigns and storytelling platforms that elevate franchise narratives and deepen engagement across diverse markets. - Shape and approve core messaging and press materials, including press releases, Q&As, talking points, reactive statements, and spokesperson briefs. - Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with priority enthusiast and mainstream media, key creators, and influential community voices across Latin America and Canada. - Serve as a strategic cross‑functional partner to marketing, publishing, production, studio leadership, and legal teams to align messaging, timing, and execution. - Lead and direct PR and creator agencies, setting strategy, priorities, and expectations while ensuring accountability and delivery against goals. - Plan, allocate, and optimize regional communications budget and investments, including forecasting, spend tracking, and evaluating ROI across programs and markets. - Drive measurement, insights, and reporting, translating performance data into clear recommendations that inform future strategy and planning. - Represent regional communications strategy and performance confidently in regional, international, and cross‑functional leadership forums. - Support travel as needed, including periodic travel to the United States and other regions for planning sessions, team events, and key launch moments. Minimum Requirements - 13+ years of experience in communications, PR, or media relations, with demonstrated ownership of regional or multi‑market communications strategy. - Proven experience supporting entertainment, gaming, technology, or consumer brands, ideally within fan‑driven or community‑led ecosystems. - Strong understanding of LATAM and Canadian media and creator landscapes, with experience operating across culturally diverse markets. - Track record of leading launch and live‑service communications in complex, fast‑paced environments. - Ability to set strategy, prioritize work, and make decisions independently while staying aligned to global direction. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience crafting clear, compelling narratives for multiple audiences. - Experience managing agencies and vendors across multiple markets, including performance evaluation and budget accountability. - Data‑driven mindset, with experience using insights and reporting to optimize communications impact. - Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and comfort managing multiple priorities simultaneously. - Fluency in English required; Portuguese, Spanish proficiency a strong plus. Your Platform  Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.  Our World  Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!  Our ability to build immersive and innovative worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment.  We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Ready to Activate Your Future?   The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.  We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.  We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.  Rewards We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including: - Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance; - 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching; - Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave; - Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others; - If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/. In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $105,120.00 - $194,400.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.

• Answer all incoming phone calls on a multi-function phone system • Respond to general inquiries and calls for emergency requests, suspicious persons, medical emergencies, suicides, bomb threats and other crisis calls • Process calls according to given situation • Determine priority and protocol and dispatch security personnel accordingly • Operate Nortel console • Receive and screen all incoming and outgoing calls to determine proper routing and provide system usage information and assistance • Maintain patient's rights and confidentiality following HIPAA policies

• Develop and execute Nerdio's PR and communications strategy and narratives, including media outreach, press releases, bylines, and contributed content placements. • Build and maintain relationships with key technology and IT trade media, journalists, and influencers relevant to the Microsoft EUC and cloud management space. • Draft high-quality communications content, including press releases, executive bylines, spokesperson talking points, and media pitches. • Manage Nerdio's award and recognition programs, identifying opportunities, drafting submissions, and coordinating approvals. • Support analyst relations efforts by maintaining awareness of key analyst coverage, coordinating briefing logistics, and helping develop materials for analyst interactions. • Collaborate with PMM and brand on thought leadership content that positions Nerdio executives and subject matter experts in the market. • Monitor media coverage and industry conversations, using a data driven approach to synthesize insights for internal stakeholders and identifying proactive storytelling opportunities. • Leverage AI to help us understand key trends, develop our PR and comms strategy, and generate content. • Manage PR agency relationships and workflows as applicable. • Support communications around major product launches, company milestones, and events including NerdioCon.