External Communications Specialist at Populous | Kansas City, MO

Populous

External Communications Specialist

Kansas City, MO (Hybrid)

Salary Not Available

Posted 5 months ago

Job Description

External Communications Specialist

Location: Kansas City, MO

Who We Are:

We design places where people love to be together.

Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.

We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the global design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.

What We Offer:

Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + On-Site Gym (Dallas/KC) + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a curious, detail-oriented External Communications Specialist to help shape and tell the stories behind the places where people love to be together.

This role produces communications content across paid, owned, earned and social media channels, helping elevate the firm’s voice across sports, entertainment, culture and design. You will work across teams to transform complex ideas and projects into compelling content that strengthens Populous’ reputation and visibility.

Our preferred candidate is a strong writer and collaborative communications planner with sharp storytelling instincts. Top candidates are energized by branded content, emerging media trends and the opportunity to grow and build within a fast-moving communications team.

What Your Day Could Consist Of:

Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of Populous’ communications and business priorities to support brand- and project-level external communications across multiple channels.
Proactively identifying opportunities to elevate projects, people and ideas through communications content and storytelling.
Writing and editing copy for a wide range of communications materials including website content, social media posts, advertising, newsletters, news releases, scripts and email campaigns.
Collaborating with architects, marketing and communications leaders to gather insights, identify story opportunities and translate complex ideas into external communications plans and assets.
Assisting in maintaining content calendars and coordinating distribution of communications across all channels.
Tracking performance of communications to help translate data into insights that inform future storytelling and campaigns.
Providing communications project coordination support, including scheduling meetings, capturing action items and maintaining organized records.

Requirements For Success:

Ability to synthesize complex ideas and translate them into clear, compelling language.
Demonstrated proficiency in AP Style.
Excellent attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Familiarity with digital content management systems, social media management platforms.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and project management tools is preferred.
Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities when necessary.
Outstanding communication skills and team-oriented mindset that encourages effective collaboration.

Essential Qualifications:

Required:

Ability to synthesize complex ideas and translate them into clear, compelling language.
Demonstrated proficiency in AP Style.
Excellent attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Familiarity with digital content management systems, social media management platforms.
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and project management tools is preferred.
Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities when necessary.
Outstanding communication skills and team-oriented mindset that encourages effective collaboration.

Additional Details:

Travel may be required, up to 25%.
Position involves sedentary work, requiring prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a computer and occasional movement in an office environment.

Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C

No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C

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Populous

We’re a global design firm with colleagues spanning four continents. Working with communities of all sizes and using a range of disciplines, we create experiences that amplify the joy felt in shared human moments.

Founded in 1983

1.7K employees (930 in marketing)

www.populous.com