Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC

Communications Specialist

Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC, Chicago

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Enjoy problem-solving, need a venue to display your creativity, and emerging technologies pique your interest; if so, Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC is for you. As a multi-disciplined leader, you understand the gifts that set you apart from everyone else. Demonstrate innovative solutions to our clients. Join Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC today.
Responsibilities
The Communications Specialist will support Barrow Wise's Chicago Public Schools (CPS) project and perform the following duties:

Design and execute communications strategies for technology initiatives that take into account the District's complex change agenda and the diverse needs of leadership and staff at all levels
Driving consistency in communication frequency, type, style/format, and quality of content
Provide writing and editing support for communication plan deliverables as well as for communications that support the department's operational tasks
Manage and support the ITS Communications Processes and guidelines
Work with internal clients to enable effective, timely, creative production and distribution of communications via appropriately selected channels to meet communication objectives
Produce clear, concise, and compelling communication materials, including newsletters, emails, presentations, and intranet updates
Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate technical information into easily understandable content
Respond to requests for editing support
Ensure all communications adhere to established branding standards and style
Establish best practices for developing instructional content, including web-based tutorials, quick guides, and online videos
Develop the CIO Newsletter, ITS Communications to the district and targeted groups, Slide Decks, and visual materials for the ITS Department and OCM Initiatives, OCM webpage on the Employee Intranet
Establish best practices for OCM communications and streamline the intake process
Develop style guide and templates for communications
Increase awareness of ITS projects & initiatives
Work remotely

An Ideal Candidate Has The Following

U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, Change Management, Training, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited College or University
Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience with a background in change management, communications, or training
Experience with eLearning software, such as Captivate or Camtasia, is preferred
Web/Graphic design experience is preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of communicating, collaborating, and building relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to define problems, analyze data, and outline valid conclusions and action steps
Ability to explain complex technical issues in a way that non-technical people can understand, as well as be able to explain customer needs and priorities in a way that technical people can understand
Capacity to work on impromptu assignments with tight deadlines
Propensity to quickly absorb new concepts and ideas
Proficient knowledge of multiple graphic, reporting, and pagination software (i.e., Google Suite, Adobe, PowerPoint, and Word)

Join the team at Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC for a fulfilling and engaging experience! Our team is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients in an ethical and diverse work environment. We offer competitive compensation packages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement. Barrow Wise is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LBGT are welcome to apply.
Our employees stand behind Barrow Wise's core values of integrity, quality, innovation, and diversity. We are confident that Barrow Wise's core values, business model, and team focus create positive career paths for our employees. Barrow Wise will continue to lead the industry in delivering new solutions to clients and persevere until the client is overjoyed.
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Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting

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