Communications Specialist

Kennedy Jenks • Virginia Beach, VA

1d • $60,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an authentic, strategic communicator to join our Communications team as a Communications Specialist. In this role, you’ll collaborate with marketing, business support, and operations leaders to bring the Kennedy Jenks story to life—internally and externally. This position is ideal for a skilled storyteller who can translate complex, technical concepts into clear, compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we communicate across the organization and beyond. At Kennedy Jenks, employee-owners are empowered to be entrepreneurial, creative, and impactful. This role offers the opportunity to shape messaging that strengthens culture, supports strategic growth, and elevates our brand.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience creating internal and external communications content
• Experience working in the Architectural, Engineering or Construction industry required.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills (portfolio required; journalistic experience a plus)
• Demonstrated ability to distill complex information into clear, meaningful concepts
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications plans
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across a remote, cross-functional team
• Experience planning and executing in-person, hybrid, and virtual events
• Strong understanding of communications trends and best practices
• Proficiency in leveraging metrics and analytics to drive decision-making
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (SharePoint, Stream, Teams)

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud including Adobe Express preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the planning and execution of strategic communications initiatives
• Translate complex, technical concepts into clear, engaging messaging for diverse audiences
• Research, write, and publish compelling internal and external content across digital platforms
• Develop content across formats, including social captions, intranet stories, press releases, executive communications, and email campaigns
• Manage content and logistics for internal in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings and events
• Oversee the weekly all-staff newsletter and maintain fresh, relevant intranet content
• Storyboard, script, and develop multimedia content, including videos and podcasts
• Review and edit communications drafted by internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with company strategy, culture, and voice
• Collaborate with marketing and graphics teams to create engaging multimedia assets
• Leverage analytics and reporting to measure effectiveness and make data-informed improvements
• Identify opportunities to enhance communication processes, workflows, and cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed