WGL - Communications Specialist, Content Strategy at Washington Gas | District of Columbia, USA | $95K/yr – $138K/yr

Washington Gas

WGL - Communications Specialist, Content Strategy

District of Columbia, USA (On-site)

$95K/yr – $138K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 6 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Define and own the content engine from idea to impact by turning complex technical topics into consumer-friendly messages for customers, employees, and the public.

Content Ownership: build short and long form assets across talking points, video scripts, web, and social content that reinforce brand voice.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: gather accurate information from SMEs across the company to ensure relevance and consistency.
Audience and Channel Fit: tailor messaging for diverse audiences and platforms while meeting tight deadlines.

Job Description

Develop short and long form content across multiple formats and channels.
Collaborate with subject matter experts across the company to gather accurate, relevant information.
Tailor content to customers, employees, stakeholders, and the general public.
Ensure content aligns with brand voice, messaging, and communications goals.
Edit and proofread to maintain high quality and consistency.
Stay current with industry trends and best practices in content creation and communications.
Assist in developing and executing communications campaigns and initiatives.
Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast paced environment.

2-4 years of experience in a communications role
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Strong understanding of content creation for digital and print
Experience translating technical concepts into consumer friendly language
Strong project management skills and cross team collaboration
Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects
Ability to work with all levels of the organization
Knowledge of Power, Gas, and Utility industries is an asset
Familiarity with SEO best practices and social media platforms is an asset
Undergraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field a plus

Familiarity with SEO best practices and social media platforms is an asset
Knowledge of Power, Gas, and Utility industries would be an asset
Undergraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field as an added benefit

Health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off
Competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching, and a wide array of benefits

Washington Gas

Washington Gas Light Company is a regulated natural gas utility providing safe, reliable natural gas service to more than 1.3 million customers throughout Washington, D.C., and parts of Maryland and Virginia. A subsidiary of WGL, we have been providing energy to residential, commercial and industrial customers for 175 years.

Springfield, Virginia, USA

673 employees

washingtongas.com