Corporate Communications Specialist

Landstar System, Inc. • Jacksonville, FL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Communications Specialist, you will play an important role in creating and delivering high-quality communications that support enterprise messaging, strengthen our brand reputation, and engage a variety of audiences. You will research, write, edit, and coordinate content across multiple platforms, including corporate publications, executive messaging, media materials, and event communications. Your work will help ensure every message reflects accuracy, professionalism, and strong brand consistency. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments and partner with external stakeholders, giving you visibility into key initiatives and organizational priorities. If you enjoy translating complex information into clear, compelling content and take pride in delivering polished, publication-ready communications, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact while supporting service excellence across the organization.
Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related discipline.
• 10 years professional experience in communications, media/journalism, public relations, editorial, or corporate communications roles.
• Excellent interviewing, writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including experience writing in journalistic or AP style.
• Expert knowledge of grammar, editorial standards, and fact-checking practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multi-department team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional, service-oriented demeanor.
• Ability to take initiative and manage projects independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and related communications software.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years’ experience in or combination thereof in the following:
• Supporting executive communications and speech writing
• Producing corporate newsletters, magazines, or large-scale publications
• Supporting national meetings or enterprise events.

Responsibilities

• Develop original long-form and short-form communications content including articles, case studies, newsletters, magazine features, website/blog content, presentations, scripts, speeches, and executive messaging.
• Conduct research and interview subject-matter experts and stakeholders to develop accurate, enterprise-aligned communications materials.
• Manage writing assignments from concept through final delivery, ensuring content is fact-checked, accurate, and completed within established timelines.
• Write, edit, and coordinate production of corporate publications, including newsletters and magazines, ensuring editorial consistency and adherence to brand and style standards.
• Draft press releases, media statements, and background materials supporting corporate announcements and public relations initiatives.
• Work with community, trade, and industry media to support press outreach, interview coordination, and coverage opportunities.
• Develop internal announcements, leadership messaging, and enterprise communications supporting organizational initiatives and change management efforts.
• Maintain editorial calendars, manage publication timelines, and coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Provide communications expertise and writing support to cross-functional departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level