Communications Specialist — Nashville, TN

Nashville, TN

Full-time | On-site

If you're someone who enjoys keeping messaging on track, working with different people and seeing PR campaigns come together from start to finish, this could be a great opportunity for you.

As our Communications Specialist, you'll play an important role in supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of public relations and media campaigns across the business.

You'll be involved in a range of public relations initiatives, from implementing new media distribution channels and improving internal messaging processes to coordinating promotional projects and supporting business growth.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with planning, coordinating and delivering communications campaigns across different business divisions.

• Develop and maintain press plans, distribution timelines, media lists and coverage trackers.

• Work closely with internal teams and management to ensure PR announcements stay on schedule.

• Coordinate press briefings, prepare media kits, take meeting notes and follow up on journalist inquiries.

• Monitor campaign milestones, publication deadlines and deliverables, keeping stakeholders informed of progress.

• Identify potential communication delays, messaging issues and PR risks, and help develop practical solutions.

• Liaise with external media suppliers, press service providers and agency partners as required.

• Support the implementation of new PR software systems, content processes and brand initiatives.

• Assist with reviewing and improving existing editorial workflows to increase engagement efficiency.

• Prepare media updates, coverage reports, presentations and press documentation.

• Track communications resources, media costs and PR budgets where required.

• Maintain accurate press records and ensure media follow-ups are completed and tracked.

• Support different departments with their internal communication, copyediting and public relations requirements.

• Assist with general brand awareness initiatives and other media projects as they arise.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience in communications support, public relations, administration, marketing or a similar role, although motivated entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Confidence working with different teams and media stakeholders.

• The ability to juggle multiple writing tasks, manage competing priorities and meet strict publication deadlines.

• Great attention to detail and a practical approach to copyediting and problem-solving.

• A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative.

• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• The ability to learn new media monitoring systems and content distribution tools.

• A positive, adaptable attitude and willingness to get involved wherever needed.

• Qualifications in communications, public relations, journalism, business or a related field would be an advantage but are not essential.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Variety in your work: Get involved in campaigns across different teams, departments and business areas.

• Hands-on experience: Build practical public relations and brand management skills while working on real business initiatives.

• Career development: Learn from experienced professionals and develop your confidence in managing corporate communications.

• Supportive team: Work with people who value collaboration, communication and getting things done.

• Opportunity to contribute: Bring your creative ideas, identify messaging improvements and help shape better ways of telling brand stories.

• Room to grow: Develop your skills and take on more communications leadership responsibility as your experience grows.

If you're looking to build your career in corporate communications and enjoy a role where you can learn, contribute and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and tell us why you'd be a great fit for the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.

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