Communications and Engagement Specialist

Viderity is an award-winning consulting firm specializing in IT, creative services, and outreach services for federal agencies and commercial clients, with a strong focus on STEM support for civilian agencies. We have a track record of perfect CPARS and exceptional reviews across agencies such as NSF, USPTO, DOL, NARA, NIST, and Smithsonian. At Viderity, you'll be part of a friendly, smart, and passionate team focused on tackling technology, management, and creative projects.

Note:
This is a 100% remote role for candidates based in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area (D.C., Maryland, Virginia). Candidates can be located within a 2-hour commute from Washington, D.C.

About the Role: 

Viderity is seeking an experienced Communications and Engagement Specialist who will lead strategies and projects to communicate and engage with targeted audience groups for their government client.

About You: 

The ideal candidate will have experience shaping and executing strategic communications plans and coordinating in-person and virtual events. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable engaging with external audiences; developing content including web copy, graphics, and advertisements; having a strong eye for detail and experience copyediting; and bringing creativity and fresh ideas to everything they do. The ideal candidate is committed to maintaining high-quality standards and is proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead engagement programs, design digital content, and launch digital communications to boost audience engagement and participation
• Identify and coordinate paid advertising and conference activities
• Develop monthly newsletters and other regular email communications
• Support the ongoing development and execution of communication strategies that increase audience engagement
• Plan and execute in-person and virtual events
• Copywrite and copyedit content in line with brand style guide and client preferences

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role or related discipline
• A bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including experience working with vendors and maintaining vendor relationships
• Experience building communities of practice with high engagement rates
• Experience planning and hosting in-person and virtual events (CMP certification a plus!)
• Ability to be proactive, to multi-task, and to collaborate as a team player
• Ability to obtain Public Trust-level security clearance

Salary Range: 

$69,510 to $97,576

 Benefits: 

• 401(k) 

• 401(k) matching 

• Dental Insurance 

• Health insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Retirement plan 

• Vision insurance