Communications Senior Specialist - External Communications - Corporate Office (Austin, MN)

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Austin, MN

7h•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented communications professional to help strengthen and protect our company’s reputation. This individual contributor will support proactive storytelling, media engagement, executive visibility, and issues management – helping ensure a consistent, credible voice across our external communications. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and creative thinker with a passion for corporate storytelling and media relations. They thrive in a collaborative environment, are eager to learn, and bring curiosity and energy to every project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations or a related field.
Proven experience supporting communications initiatives, media relations, or public relations projects in a fast-paced business or agency environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Self-starter with curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities

Assist in executing external communications plans and initiatives that enhance and protect the company’s reputation.
Support media relations efforts by drafting pitches, monitoring coverage, and helping coordinate responses to media inquiries.
Track media coverage and industry trends; compile summaries and surface insights to the team.
Draft and proof external materials and assist with research, data gathering and content preparation.
Help prepare briefing materials and talking points for executive interviews and events.
Contribute to projects such as the company’s global impact report, reputation campaigns, and thought leadership initiatives.
Partner with internal partners to ensure consistent messaging and timely information sharing.
Maintain media lists, compile tracking reports and assist with measurement and analytics.
Research and maintain updated media lists and background information on journalists and influencers.
Support agency coordination by tracking deliverables and assisting with documentation and scheduling.