Communications Specialist

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY

TEMPORARY COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

NEEDED ASAP

The communications specialist will monitor day-to-day communications to an internal audience, and will develop content based on business strategies and determine the appropriate channel for messaging. He or she will be a strategic communications consultant to leaders in each line of business to create, implement, innovate and review communications strategies and other internal communication-related projects.

Our Ideal Teammate Is

• Must be a confident communicator and presenter – both verbally and written
• Strong leadership, partnering and collaboration skills
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, professional printing/publishing skills are essential
• Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills
• Superior project management and time management skills
• Has a wide degree of creativity and latitude
• Must always make decisions that advance the lines of business
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in internal communications
• Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach
• Inspired to be a transformational change agent
• Obsessed with creating an inviting, integrated and engaging Associate experience
• A storyteller who uses his/ her communications strength to move others

Responsibilities

• Writes and edits employee communications from diverse sources within the organization
• Writes and works with communications manager to produce employee newsletters and online news stories for company intranet
• Works with special teams to create and execute strategic branding and employee engagement campaigns
• Develop strong relationships with key members of the company’s departments to keep abreast of projects, staff and internal events and initiatives and serve as a liaison to identify and address communications-related needs.
• Performs related tasks as assigned
• Bachelor's degree in a communications, marketing or related field
• 5+ years of related experience
• General knowledge of internal communication
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite applications; Familiarity with SharePoint required
• Familiarity with short video production and editing a bonus
• Creative, enthusiastic and energetic team player eager to contribute and grow in a highly collaborative environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple assignments under deadline

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Communications/Marketing
• At least 5 years of experience leading marketing communications strategic efforts
• At least 5 years of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• At least 5 years in oral and written communications
• At least 5 years of experience in developing and implementing integrated communication strategies to drive organizational change