Senior Communication Specialist Job at Endure Technology Solutions in Dahlgren

Senior Communication Specialist

Location: Dahlgren,VA

Salary: $95,000/year

Responsibilities:

Task, lead, and collaborate with others to create original concepts that result in effective and compelling internal and external communication

Write clear, concise, grammatically correct copy that is consistent with approved brand, voice and style

Provide editorial expertise in producing catalogs, electronic newsletters and magazine-type publications

Provide photography in support of articles and social media

a clear understanding of social media support to include developing posts and understanding the impact of posts via a data drive evaluation

Manage administrative requirements and requests for information

Proactively create action plans to target the correct audience and use sound editorial judgment to determine where communication gaps exist and how to close them

Perform final document quality assurance and quality control reviews on communication products prior to distribution to the public (e.g., press releases, informational brochures, briefings)

Consult relevant information sources to obtain and verify background information

Develop outlines and drafts that meet client requirements and regulations

Edit copy to comply with in-house and AP style guides

Perform other duties as required

Local travel may be required

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, public affairs, or related degree OR a minimum six (6) years of related experience in editing documents working in a military/engineering/technical/research, development, or testing environment

US Citizen with Active Secret Clearance

Proven ability to support communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and photography support

Experience in research, conducting interviews, writing, editing, and obtaining release/approval for articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements, including electronic, web based, and hard copy material

Proficient in Newport Enterprise Realtime Development Server (NERDS) digital signage, Adobe Creative Cloud Production Premium, Microsoft Office Professional, AVS Video Converter, and screen capture software.

Knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards and how to create products that adhere to these standards

Thorough knowledge of AP Style

Exceptional writer and copy editor

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and self-motivation

Ability to function in a face-paced and deadline-driven environment

Ability to understand highly technical material to disseminate to a wider audience

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