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Communications Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA

Communications Specialist job description

Communications specialists support the development and delivery of internal and external messaging for companies across various platforms. This role requires strong writing, editing and organizational skills and the ability to tailor content to diverse audiences. They play a key role in maintaining brand consistency, supporting media outreach and enhancing employee engagement.Professionals in this role collaborate with marketing, HR and leadership teams to execute campaigns, manage content calendars and monitor communication effectiveness. Communications specialists increasingly use AI-powered tools to streamline workflows, personalize messaging and analyze audience sentiment.

Typical communications specialist duties:

Drafting and editing content for newsletters, press releases, executive communications and social mediaSupporting internal communication initiatives that promote organizational culture, values and company updatesAssisting with media relations, including outreach, monitoring and reportingUsing AI tools to generate content ideas, optimize messaging and track engagement metricsMaintaining editorial calendars and ensuring timely delivery of communication materialsCollaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure message alignment and consistencyMonitoring feedback channels and assisting in reputation management effortsPreparing reports on communication performance and recommending improvements

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Salary for Communications Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA

56908 - 81628

Low
56908
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
67208
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
81628
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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