Responsibilities

• Write press releases, social media posts, and website content.
• Draft and create executive level and technical feature and informational pieces.
• Craft short- and long-form educational stories—multiple media channels—based on interviews with subject matter experts.
• Attend meetings and events to promote Peraton to potential customers, partners, and more.
• Edit copy according to style (AP and Peraton).
• Research and develop content on multiple company areas.
• Translate tech jargon to everyday, digestible language for both internal and external purposes.
• Create collateral ranging from white papers to marketing materials.
• Master Microsoft, Canva, and Adobe applications.
• Work with the larger MarCom team to ensure alignment with internal and external messaging.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in English, communications, or related field or a high school diploma and eight years of publishing experience.
• At least five years of corporate communications experience.
• 9+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Exceptional writing ability (be prepared to share clips or a portfolio).
• Proofreading/editing expertise and understanding of nuanced messaging.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism.
• Desire to learn and adhere to our style and brand.
• Flexibility to learn new software, pivot when needs change, and contribute to team efforts.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.

Preferred

• Government contracting experience.
• Master’s degree in English, communications, or related field.
• Experience with graphic design/layout.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Canva, and other graphics tools.
• Familiarity with SharePoint and other intranet tools.
• Experience with social posting platforms.