Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Communications Specialist to join our team in Hampton, Virginia. The role will involve working across various sectors to deliver effective communication strategies and materials. The Communications Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies, managing social media platforms, and creating engaging content. Responsibilities: • Develop and implement effective communication strategies that align with our objectives. • Manage social media platforms, ensuring regular content updates and audience engagement. • Create engaging content such as emails, social media posts, and press releases. • Utilize Canva to design promotional materials including flyers and advertisements. • Manage business correspondence to ensure effective communication with partners and clients. • Perform mail merge tasks for large scale mailings. • Utilize Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook to organize and manage data. • Ensure all communications and promotional materials are accurately labeled and organized. • Monitor and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns. • Work cross-functionally with other teams to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms. Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook is necessary. • Must have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role. • Familiarity with Canva is a must. • Experience in creating and managing advertisements is required. • Must have strong skills in business correspondence and mail merge. • Social media management experience is essential. • Experience in labeling and creating flyers is required. • Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or a related field is preferred. • Proficient in Microsoft Office. • Knowledge of web design. • Excellent communication and teamwork skills. • Attention to detail. • Energy and enthusiasm for the job. • Excellent problem-solving abilities. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .