Communications specialists help organizations share clear, consistent messages with employees, customers, media, and other audiences. Their work may span writing, public relations, internal communications, content development, and reputation management. Explore vetted Communications Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by organization and industry, but may include drafting and editing announcements, coordinating communications campaigns, preparing executive messaging, supporting media relations, and managing content across digital channels. Specialists may also help shape communication plans, monitor audience engagement, and ensure that messages reflect organizational goals and brand standards.
Employers often seek strong writing, editing, presentation, and project-management skills. Experience with communications strategy, public relations, employee engagement, social media, or content management can be valuable. Many roles call for a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, along with relevant professional experience.
Communications specialists work across industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. Depending on the employer, a role may focus on internal communications, corporate affairs, media outreach, executive communications, or integrated marketing.
Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Communications Specialist openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications, and find a role that fits your experience and career goals. Compensation and requirements vary by employer and position.
Communication Consultant Senior Principal
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Communications Consultant 5 - Washington State Ferries
$78K - $105K *
Empower communities by leading strategic communications for transformative ferry system projects. This role connects stakeholders, enhances public trust, and ensures clear messaging during critical in...
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Telecommunications Specialist (RingCentral)
$80K - $95K *
Support enterprise voice systems by managing telecom operations, VoIP, and troubleshooting across multiple locations. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance communication efficiency and ensure seamless...
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Elevate our communications strategy by managing diverse channels, crafting compelling content, and collaborating with teams to enhance our brand voice and engagement across social media, newsletters...
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Explore a dynamic role supporting outside plant projects, ensuring material accuracy and inventory management. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and track construction milestones while maint...
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Director, Strategic Communications, Collins Aerospace
$186K - $353K *
Lead impactful communication strategies to drive transformation initiatives, collaborating with leaders across the organization. Manage a matrixed team to enhance employee engagement and align messagi...
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$135K - $155K *
Join a team that's driving media communications initiatives, managing projects, and enhancing brand reputation through strategic press engagements and industry participation. Collaborate across depart...
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Execute project development and implementation, managing budgets, schedules, and vendor tasks while ensuring quality standards and fostering collaboration across teams and clients...
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Elevate customer engagement by leading strategic outreach initiatives to enhance security protections for governmental entities through effective education and marketing of Managed Security Services...
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Join us to lead strategic outreach initiatives that enhance security protections for governmental entities. Drive customer engagement through education and marketing of Managed Security Services, whil...
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Spectrum Communications Team Lead
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Director, GSINC Change Management & Communications
$150K - $258K *
Lead enterprise change initiatives by developing and executing comprehensive strategies for communications, learning, and stakeholder engagement to drive successful adoption of a multi-year transforma...
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Director, GSINC Change Management & Communications
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Elevate enterprise change management by leading a dynamic team to drive communication, readiness, and adoption strategies for a transformative global initiative, ensuring stakeholder engagement and su...
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Director, GSINC Change Management & Communications
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Empower enterprise transformation by leading change management and communications strategies. Drive stakeholder engagement, readiness, and adoption across global teams to ensure successful implementat...
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Director, GSINC Change Management & Communications
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Senior Manager, Communications
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Empower organizational communication by developing strategic messaging that engages employees and aligns with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to manage change initiatives and optimize communi...
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Senior Manager, Communications
$70K - $200K *
Drive impactful communications that engage employees and align with organizational goals. Collaborate with leaders to craft clear messages, manage change initiatives, and optimize communication strate...
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Account Manager - Corporate Communications
$88K - $100K *
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Account Manager - Corporate Communications
$88K - $100K *
Engage with a dynamic team to drive strategic communications and media relations, enhancing brand reputation through compelling narratives. Manage client needs, lead PR campaigns, and foster media rel...
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Account Manager - Corporate Communications
$88K - $100K *
Transform client communications by managing PR strategies, fostering media relationships, and driving impactful campaigns. Leverage your expertise to enhance brand reputation and deliver clear narrati...
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Account Manager - Corporate Communications
$88K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to drive strategic communications and media engagement, enhancing brand reputation through compelling narratives and strong media relationships. Manage client needs and lead PR cam...
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What does a Communications Specialist do?
A Communications Specialist develops and shares messages for an organization’s audiences. Typical work can include writing and editing content, supporting communications campaigns, coordinating internal updates, assisting with media relations, and maintaining consistent brand messaging.
What qualifications are common for Communications Specialist jobs?
Many employers look for a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, plus relevant experience. Strong writing, editing, interpersonal, and project-management skills are frequently requested; specific requirements vary by role.
Where can Communications Specialists work?
Communications Specialists work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. They may specialize in corporate communications, public relations, internal communications, executive messaging, or digital content.
Can Communications Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?
Some experienced Communications Specialist roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as seniority, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities in this salary range.
How can I find Communications Specialist jobs on Ladders?
Browse Communications Specialist listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information to identify opportunities aligned with your experience and goals.