Communications Strategist

Culpeper, VA (Hybrid)

$48K/yr – $97K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 3 days ago

Job Summary

Own the planning and execution of internal communications and newsletters, coordinating with leaders and teams to deliver aligned messages and drive change initiatives.

  • Lead editorial planning and content creation
  • Drive targeted communications using Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, development, and distribution of internal newsletters and employee communications.
  • Create compelling content including articles, announcements, leadership messaging, employee stories, email campaigns, multimedia content, scripts, and profiles
  • Manage editorial calendars, communication planning tools, and content workflows to ensure timely and effective messaging.
  • Partner with leaders, administrators, and department stakeholders to identify communication needs and develop strategic communication plans.
  • Use Salesforce Marketing Cloud and other communication tools to deliver targeted communications to diverse audiences.
  • Collaborate closely with marketing strategy, media relations, digital content, and social media teams to maintain messaging alignment and brand consistency.
  • Support organizational change management initiatives through thoughtful communication planning and execution.
  • Coordinate communications for events, presentations, leadership initiatives, and organizational programs.
  • Contribute to crisis and emergency communications efforts when needed.
  • Identify and elevate meaningful stories that celebrate team members, achievements, and moments of pride across the organization.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field such as English, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing.
  • Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Licensure: None.

Preferred

  • 5 years relevant years in corporate communications, internal communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

  • - Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • - Generous Paid Time Off
  • - Retirement Savings
  • - Long-term and Short-term Disability
  • - Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • - Certification and Education Support
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Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
16K employees (799 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$48K/yr – $97K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Communications median pay in the United States

$93K/yr

Most pay falls between $70K and $137K. Based on 6,050 salaries.

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Communications Strategist

University of Virginia · Culpeper, VA · Hybrid