Communications Specialist/Editor

District of Columbia, USA (Unknown)

$80K/yr – $85K/yrSenior Level14+ years exp

Posted 3 days ago

Job Summary

Own and execute strategic communications for the program, including crafting materials, media outreach, social and digital content, and media engagement, while staying current on scientific and policy trends.

  • Build relationships with press and maintain media contacts.
  • Coordinate media engagements and provide subject matter expertise.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop communication strategies and plans that align with program objectives and goals.
  • Prepare written and electronic information materials for a variety of audiences, including reports, briefings, and media outreach materials.
  • Proofread and edit business, technical, and scientific documentation for clarity, accuracy, and publication readiness.
  • Conduct media and content analysis.
  • Maintain social media channels and websites, including updating content and related materials.
  • Monitor press coverage through press calls, news alerts, and other sources.
  • Build relationships with members of the press and maintain specialized media contacts.
  • Attend workshops, seminars, and meetings to remain informed of scientific and policy trends.
  • Identify meetings and conferences that provide opportunities to promote program initiatives.
  • Provide communications and media subject matter expertise and coordinate media engagements.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a related field.
  • Fourteen to sixteen years of relevant experience in business, technical, or scientific writing, including organizing and gathering information to develop reports, briefings, and media outreach materials.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proficiency in proofreading and editing business, technical, or scientific documentation.
  • Knowledge of desktop publishing systems, graphics software, and basic HTML coding to create, edit, and prepare materials for publication.

Benefits

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
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Posted range

$80K/yr – $85K/yr

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Communications Specialist/Editor

Axle · District of Columbia, USA · Unknown