Specialist Communications

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The Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and executing internal communication strategies that support company-wide initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and maintain brand consistency. This role involves writing, editing, and publishing content across various internal channels, supporting corporate events, and managing multimedia communications.

Job Description:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, or Public Relations

Work Experiences:

• 3+ years of related work experience in fields or roles such as corporate communications, journalism, copywriting, or agency

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to simplify complex messages for diverse audiences.
• Able to synthesize and apply key messages effectively across multiple channels while maintaining message integrity and clarity.
• Familiar with AP Style and able to apply it consistently across communications.
• Flexible and adaptable with strong project and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with strict attention to detail and the ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Familiarity with corporate event planning, logistics, implementation, and reporting to support internal communications.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging digital and traditional internal communication channels to drive awareness and engagement.
• Creative thinker with experience bringing actionable ideas and solutions to internal communications.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while also contributing to team projects under the direction of manager.
• Customer service focused, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, by demonstrating executive presence and professionalism in all interactions.
• Works collaboratively and cross-functionally to align with stakeholders and deliver high-impact communications.
• Experience supporting and developing visual content for presentations, digital signage, videos, and other internal-facing materials.
• Experience developing and maintaining intranet platforms, with working knowledge of website creation, content management systems (CMS), and app development to enhance employee engagement and access to resources.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative applications, Canva, or similar design software for creating visually engaging content, as well as experience in exporting graphics via digital signage software (BrightSign/BrightAuthor).

Responsibilities:

• As a primary internal communications writer, own weekly and monthly enterprise communications, including drafting, editing, and publishing employee emails and newsletters for internal audiences
• Maintain the creation and upkeep of press kits, including executive and leadership biographies, headshots, and supporting materials used across internal channels and external opportunities
• Support and manage enterprise-level presentations, including creation, editing, and facilitation for senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver branded, consistent, and informative outputs
• Provide communications support for company-sponsored events, including planning, messaging, and on-site execution support
• Implement internal communications tactics that align with Academy’s mission, values, and business objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on enterprise initiatives to support the creation of comprehensive communication plans that align with the business
• Support enterprise intranet content as a writer and editor, with other support as needed
• Manage the internal communications editorial calendar to ensure timely, cohesive, and relevant messaging across channels
• Lead executive video projects, facilitating videos that are aligned with brand positioning and the Long Range Plan, B-roll collection, and coordination with videographers and editors
• Lead the deployment of multimedia content for internal audiences, including video, graphics, and other interactive formats
• Track engagement and other relevant KPIs to measure communication effectiveness and provide actionable insights
• Ensure all internal communications adhere to brand standards and visual identity guidelines
• Stay informed on company policies, procedures, and business priorities to ensure alignment in messaging
• Remain flexible and adaptable to evolving responsibilities and team needs; duties may change, and team members may be required to perform other tasks as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

• Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties
• Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior
• Regular in-office attendance required
• Up to 5% travel with possible overnight stay

Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.​