Communication Specialist

Robert Half Marketing & Creative is looking for a Public Information Specialist for one of our clients in Charlotte, NC! This position is a hybrid contract opportunity!

Position Summary:

We are looking for a motivated Public Information Specialist to support the planning and execution of communication strategies that promote public awareness, engagement, and transparency. This role involves creating content, managing outreach initiatives, and working across departments to ensure consistent messaging to both internal and external audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing communication plans and public outreach campaigns.
• Write and edit content for newsletters, press releases, social media, websites, and print materials.
• Support media relations efforts, including drafting responses, coordinating interviews, and building media lists.
• Coordinate community events, public meetings, and educational outreach efforts.
• Create and manage social media content calendars and track engagement metrics.
• Design or coordinate visual content for campaigns and public information efforts.
• Help maintain brand consistency across all public-facing materials.
• Track communication outcomes and prepare reports summarizing performance and reach.
• Provide general communication support to internal teams as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing digital content across web and social media platforms.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to explain complex or technical concepts in an engaging and accessible way.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic content management or graphic tools (e.g., Canva, CMS, Hootsuite, etc.).
• Willingness to attend occasional events on evenings or weekends