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Communications Specialist

Calculated Hire, Raleigh, NC, United States


Now Hiring: Communications Consultant – Account Manager We’re looking for a strategic and client-focused Communications Consultant (Account Manager) to lead the development and execution of integrated communications initiatives. This role plays a critical part in ensuring brand consistency, delivering impactful campaigns, and aligning communications strategies with business objectives.
Position Summary The Communications Consultant – Account Manager is responsible for managing end-to-end communications projects, including marketing and brand campaigns, product and service promotion, and multi-channel strategy execution. This individual serves as a trusted advisor to internal clients while ensuring all communications align with corporate strategy and brand standards.
Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary Account Manager and strategic advisor for Advertising, Brand, and Creative Communications
Lead the development, execution, and evaluation of communications plans aligned with business goals
Act as the main point of contact for clients, managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
Build and maintain strong client relationships through a deep understanding of business needs and objectives
Collaborate with Creative Services teams (copywriters, designers) to deliver high-quality, on-brand work
Partner with digital communications teams to enhance online marketing channels and ensure process alignment
Coordinate across Corporate Communications stakeholders to ensure consistency and efficiency
Provide insights and reporting to support continuous improvement and performance evaluation
Support after-hours storm/crisis communications as a secondary Account Manager (1–2 months annually)
Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, or related field
8+ years of account management experience in advertising, branding, or marketing communications
Strong background in project management and communications analysis
Proven experience executing integrated, multi-channel campaigns (print, digital, video, social, radio, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint)
Experience with work management tools (e.g., Workamajig)
Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and provide strategic communications counsel
Comfortable working in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple stakeholders
Self-motivated with strong follow-through and attention to detail
Experience aligning communications strategies with measurable business outcomes
Preferred Qualifications Experience in the energy industry
Familiarity with Kanban principles or workflow management methodologies
Additional Information Occasional overtime required to support special projects or crisis response (approximately 10–15% annually)

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