Senior Communications Specialist

Austin, MN (On-site)

$68K/yr – $95K/yrSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive external communications as a Communications Sr. Specialist – External Communications.

  • 3+ years of experience in communications, PR, or related field.
  • Travel up to 10% with relocation support to Austin, MN if needed.

Job Description

Drive external communications work as a Communications Sr. Specialist – External Communications to protect and enhance the company’s reputation.

  • Assist in executing external communications plans and initiatives that enhance and protect the company’s reputation.
  • Support media relations by drafting pitches, monitoring coverage, and coordinating responses to inquiries.
  • Track media coverage and industry trends; compile summaries and surface insights.
  • Draft and proof external materials; assist with research, data gathering, and content prep.
  • Prepare briefing materials and talking points for executive interviews and events.
  • Contribute to projects like global impact reports, reputation campaigns, and thought leadership.
  • Partner with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and timely information sharing.
  • Maintain media lists, compile tracking reports, and assist with measurement and analytics.
  • Research and maintain updated media lists and background on journalists and influencers.
  • Support agency coordination by tracking deliverables and assisting with documentation and scheduling.
  • The role requires 3+ years in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
  • Eligible to work in the United States with no visa sponsorship required.
  • comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid time off, and more.
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Hormel Foods

3.4 Glassdoor

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include PLANTERS®, SKIPPY®, SPAM®, HORMEL® NATURAL CHOICE®, APPLEGATE®, JUSTIN’S®, WHOLLY®, HORMEL® BLACK LABEL®, COLUMBUS®, JENNIE-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The Company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.TM — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.

Austin, Minnesota, USA
4.7K employees (355 in marketing)
65% recommend to a friend
81% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
63.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
52.1%
Direct
38.1%
Referral
7%
Social
2.1%
Paid
0.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~4.7K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
325 (7% of company)
Median Career Experience
15 years
Median Tenure
7.6 years

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