Communications Specialist

FedWriters is building a team to provide comprehensive video and broadcast production support for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. As a Communication Specialist, you will conduct research, interviews, writing, editing, and obtain release/approval for various communication materials including articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements across electronic, web-based, and hard copy formats.

FedWriters is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Work Schedule and Location:

On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for communication materials
• Perform interviews for content development
• Write and edit articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements
• Obtain release/approval for communication materials, including electronic, web-based, and hard copy
• Manage social media platforms and use analytics such as Hootsuite
• Support employee communication programs and products
• Support media relations programs
• Assist with community relations initiatives
• Provide support for special events
• Deliver photography support as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications field, public relations, or marketing and two (2) years of related experience OR
• Six (6) years related experience in the field for public relations, public affairs, legislative engagement or journalism
• 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
• Experience in social media platforms and use of analytics such as Hootsuite
• Proven ability to support employee communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and provide photography support
• Secret level security clearance is required

Why Join Our Team

At FedWriters, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. As part of our rapidly growing company, you'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off