Explore Communications Specialist Jobs

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.

What Does a Communications Specialist Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Where Communications Specialists Work

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.

Find Communications Specialist Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$100K - $185K *

Drive transformation in marketing operations by leading AI-enabled projects that enhance workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions that improve efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming marketing operations through AI-driven initiatives. As a Sr. Project Manager, you'll lead complex projects, enhance workflows, and collaborate with leadership to drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Optimize marketing operations by leading transformative projects that enhance AI workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful change in a large organization, ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Lead transformative projects in a dynamic marketing environment, enhancing AI workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive change, ensuring alignment with business goals a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Transform the marketing landscape by leading AI-driven initiatives that enhance workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Lead transformative initiatives in a dynamic marketing environment, enhancing AI workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and improve operational effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Unlock transformation at a large marketing organization by leading AI-driven initiatives, enhancing workflows, and redesigning processes. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Lead transformative projects in a dynamic marketing environment, enhancing AI workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive change, ensuring alignment with business goals a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming marketing operations through AI-driven initiatives. As a Sr. Project Manager, you'll lead complex projects, enhance workflows, and drive process improvements, making a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Optimize marketing operations by leading transformative projects that enhance AI-enabled workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful change in a dynamic environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Empower your career by leading transformative marketing initiatives that enhance AI-enabled workflows and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful change in a dynamic mark...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Empower change as you lead transformative marketing initiatives, enhancing AI workflows and processes within a dynamic 750-person organization. Collaborate with leadership to drive impactful solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Take ownership of transformative marketing initiatives, leading cross-functional teams to enhance AI-enabled workflows and processes. Drive project delivery and adoption, ensuring alignment with busin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion a dynamic team in strategic communications, driving project success and client engagement. Lead business development, mentor talent, and enhance visibility across Colorado, ensuring impactful...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Help us shape the future of health technology by managing PR and communications for innovative products. Collaborate with teams and agencies to execute impactful campaigns and ensure successful produc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in external communications strategy, ensuring cohesive messaging across media, social platforms, and community engagement while managing a dynamic team and executing impactful PR initi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading strategic planning efforts, collaborating across military and civilian domains to produce timely, high-quality decision-making materials that support operational succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $132K *

Elevate brand storytelling through strategic social media management, content creation, and analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance employer branding, engage audiences, and track social perform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join us to drive impactful community engagement initiatives that enhance public relations and strengthen partnerships. Your leadership will shape strategic programs, elevate our presence, and support...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing IT security and operational efficiency. Oversee planning, management, and quality assurance for IT systems, ensuring compliance with security mandates while guiding a mult...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading spectrum management and government affairs, securing critical navigation services. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape policy and ensure compliance, driving innovatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of spectrum management and government affairs. Lead strategic initiatives to secure and protect vital spectrum resources while engaging with key government stakeh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $136K *

Drive the organization's configuration management strategy, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity frameworks while enhancing processes for software and infrastructure integrity throughout the develop...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Optimize internal security initiatives by collaborating across teams to reduce risk and enhance protections. This cross-functional role requires hands-on involvement in security operations, compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $156K *

Lead the implementation of large-scale data center security projects, ensuring timely completion and financial management while collaborating with teams to enhance electronic security systems for dive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Communications Specialist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.