The Role
Create and manage health communication materials and digital content across web, social, newsletters, infographics, presentations, and video; ensure plain language and Section 508/WCAG compliance; support digital channel management, analytics reporting, content strategy, editorial calendaring, clearance processes, and Microsoft 365-based project coordination.
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Communications Specialist
Journeyman | Remote
This position is contingent upon contract award.ABOUT THE ROLE
Red Carrot is seeking a Communications Specialist to support a federal health agency's workforce development division in delivering digital communications, content strategy, and audience engagement across a range of programs and services. This full-time embedded role functions as part of the customer's communications office and requires the ability to independently manage multiple content workstreams, collaborate with program staff, and produce high-quality communication materials for diverse public health audiences.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Journeyman | Remote
This position is contingent upon contract award.ABOUT THE ROLE
Red Carrot is seeking a Communications Specialist to support a federal health agency's workforce development division in delivering digital communications, content strategy, and audience engagement across a range of programs and services. This full-time embedded role functions as part of the customer's communications office and requires the ability to independently manage multiple content workstreams, collaborate with program staff, and produce high-quality communication materials for diverse public health audiences.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, draft, and edit a broad range of health communication content and products including web copy, fact sheets, social media posts, infographics, newsletters, presentations, and video scripts
- Support digital channel management including routine web content updates, social media posting and engagement, and coordination across multiple communication platforms
- Contribute to communication strategy and planning activities, including audience research, message development, editorial calendaring, and campaign coordination
- Produce and maintain suites of communication materials tailored to individual programs and services, ensuring content accuracy, plain language compliance, and Section 508 accessibility
- Support product and project management activities including task tracking, status updates, and maintenance of collaborative systems built on Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, Forms, Lists, Power Automate, SharePoint, Power BI)
- Compile and analyze communication metrics from web, social media, and digital campaigns; translate data into actionable insights and summary reports
- Coordinate content review and clearance processes in alignment with agency policies, editorial guidelines, and federal plain language standards
- Assist with audio and video production logistics, including creative briefs, storyboards, and Section 508 compliance documentation
- Ensure all deliverables meet federal accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG 2.0 AA) and brand and style guidelines
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public health, journalism, marketing, or a related field
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in strategic communications, health communication, or digital content development
- Strong writing, editing, and plain language skills; experience producing content for federal government or public health audiences preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including SharePoint, Teams, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI or Power Automate a plus
- Experience with social media management, web content management systems, and digital analytics tools (e.g., Adobe Analytics, Meltwater, or Sprout Social) preferred
- Working knowledge of Section 508 compliance requirements and WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, remote environment with minimal supervision
- Experience supporting federal health agencies or health communications programs preferred
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public health, journalism, marketing, or related field
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in strategic communications, health communication, or digital content development
- Strong writing, editing, and plain language skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including SharePoint, Teams, and PowerPoint
- Working knowledge of Section 508 compliance requirements and WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, remote environment with minimal supervision
- Familiarity with Power BI or Power Automate
- Experience with social media management, web content management systems, and digital analytics tools (e.g., Adobe Analytics, Meltwater, Sprout Social)
- Experience producing content for federal government or public health audiences and/or supporting federal health agencies
- Experience assisting with audio and video production logistics (creative briefs, storyboards, accessibility documentation)
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