Senior 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 Senior Communication Specialist, you will research, conduct interviews, write, edit, and obtain release/approval for various communication materials while supporting employee communication programs and media relations initiatives.

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 (electronic, web-based, and hard copy)
• Support employee communication programs and products
• Assist with media relations programs
• Support community relations initiatives
• Provide assistance for special events
• Deliver photography support
• Operate Newport Enterprise Realtime Development Server (NERDS) digital signage
• Utilize creative software tools for communication products

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications field, public relations, or marketing and four (4) years of related experience OR
• 10 years related experience in the field for public relations, public affairs 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
• Proven ability to support employee communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and provide photography support
• Proficiency with Newport Enterprise Realtime Development Server (NERDS) digital signage, Adobe Creative Cloud Production Premium, Microsoft Office Professional, AVS Video Converter, and screen capture software
• Requires an active Secret level security clearance.

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