Communications Specialist

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Communications Specialist to lead and support integrated marketing and communication strategies that engage both internal and external audiences. This mid-range to senior-level position will play a pivotal role in crafting compelling narratives, managing multimedia content, and driving communication campaigns that attract top talent, strengthen customer and partner relationships, and energize a growing employee-owner workforce. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic vision and hands-on expertise to elevate our communication initiatives and reinforce our brand identity.

At AVIAN (pronounced *a-v-yin*) we believe in the extraordinary potential of every individual. As an employee owner at AVIAN, you will find that we have cultivated an employee-first mentality. By prioritizing talent over experience, we ensure that every hire we make is as unique as the position that they will be filling.

Here on our team, we embrace new challenges and focus on continuous learning which fosters growth mindsets in all our employee owners; whether you are joining the workforce for the very first time or if you're a seasoned professionals who has their eyes set on retirement.

Our commitment to providing our customers and employees with an unmatched experience sets us apart. We believe that every team member has a stake in the success of AVIAN, and we strive to ensure that each member of our team knows that their contributions matter. You can be sure as an employee owner you will celebrate both your individual and our collective triumphs.

Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of the AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn't stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.

We believe that employee investment shouldn't be a one-way street, so we offer benefits that normalize balancing mental wellness and family time with work responsibilities. From Flexible Time Off to Wellness Reimbursements we want all our team members to achieve the highest levels of life/work balance.

AVIAN - where creative, talented minds flourish, and where proactive, productive, proficient professionals feel valued.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal and External Communications:

• Develop and execute integrated communication campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences, including potential candidates, teaming partners, customers, and employee-owners.

• Create and curate engaging content for a variety of channels, such as newsletters, announcements, presentations, and social media platforms.

• Ensure messaging aligns with company values, mission, and strategic goals.

• Multimedia Content Development and Management:

  • Design and produce high-quality content, including graphics, videos, podcasts, and website assets, to support communication efforts.

  • Manage social media platforms, website updates, and other digital channels to ensure consistent branding and engagement.

  • Oversee the production of multimedia projects, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro and After Effects, for video and podcast editing.

• Integrated Marketing:

  • Collaborate across departments to align communication efforts with recruitment, business development, and employee engagement strategies.

  • Analyze campaign performance metrics and provide insights to refine strategies and maximize impact.

• Event and Live-Streaming Support (Desired Skills):

  • Support audio/visual needs for live-streaming events, podcast recordings, and video production.

  • Ensure technical quality and seamless execution of multimedia projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.

• 5-7 years of experience in internal and external communications, with a proven track record of designing and implementing successful campaigns.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects).

• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.

• Experience managing social media platforms, websites, and digital content strategies.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.

Desired:

• Experience with website software such as WordPress, Squarespace, Vercel, and Google Analytics

• Experience with audio/visual production, live-streaming, podcasting, and video production.

Desired Attributes:

• Creative thinker with a keen eye for design and detail.

• Strong collaborator who thrives in cross-functional teams.

• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

• Passion for engaging diverse audiences and fostering connection through storytelling.

Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Salary range:$75,000 - $100,000 (The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.)

At AVIAN, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans. Financially, we provide flexible spending accounts (FSA), a 401(k) plan with company contributions, and an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). Additional perks like wellness reimbursements and referral bonuses are also available.

For insurance protection, we offer basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, disability benefits, and AFLAC supplemental insurance. In terms of life, work, and family, we provide flexible time off, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities are available to help you grow. We also offer pet insurance, identity protection, and life assistance programs. At AVIAN, we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.

AVIAN is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy of business is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation or veteran's status.