Strategic Communications Specialist

Barge Design Solutions • Vinings, GA

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About The Position

Barge Design Solutions is seeking an experienced Internal Communications Specialist to join our Communications team in Nashville!
This role plays a key part in designing and executing internal communication strategies that effectively share important information, updates, and announcements across the organization. With support from our Communication Assistant, the Internal Communications Specialist will bring our purpose and priorities to life for employees, whether they’re in the office, at home, or on job sites, ensuring they feel informed, engaged, and connected to the business.
Serving as a communications business partner to teams across the company, you’ll act as an embedded partner, translating goals and initiatives into clear, compelling messaging. A sharp eye for detail and strong writing skills are essential as you create and manage engaging content across internal channels, including the intranet (SharePoint), newsletters, emails, and company-wide announcements.
This role will also play a hands-on role in evolving and maintaining Barge's intranet, helping ensure it remains a relevant, well-organized, and engaging hub for employees. While not required, experience supporting or leading intranet enhancements, restructures, or refreshes, particularly within SharePoint, is strongly preferred.You’ll be part of a high-impact team that shapes culture, drives clarity, and celebrates the people and progress behind Barge. As an Internal Communications Specialist, you’ll also help foster deeper employee engagement by aligning communications with our mission, values, and vision for the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in an internal communications role.
• Demonstrated experience working within SharePoint; experience managing or revamping an intranet is a strong plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; a natural storyteller.
• Highly detail-oriented and exceptionally organized.
• Creative thinker who can approach challenges with fresh ideas.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication strategies that inform, engage, and align employees.
• Partner with the Communications Assistant to coordinate distribution schedules, maintain communications calendars, and execute campaigns.
• Create, manage, and optimize content across internal channels, including the intranet (SharePoint), newsletters, emails, digital signage, and company-wide announcements.
• Support the ongoing management, organization, and enhancement of the company intranet, ensuring content is current, accessible, and employee-focused.
• Serve as a communications partner to teams across the company, providing guidance and support on internal messaging.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, leadership, and other departments to ensure timely, accurate communication of important updates.
• Assist in creating presentation materials, posters, and other collateral for internal events and initiatives.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts and recommend improvements.

What This Job Offers

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