FT Senior Communications Specialist

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off

Life insurance with option to purchase

Wellness programs

Telemedicine (Teledoc)

On-site parking

Job summary

Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community is seeking a Sr. Communications Specialist to elevate our brand, engage audiences, and tell the stories that make our community exceptional.

You will craft compelling content, manage high-profile publications, and nurture media relationships across channels. The role blends communications, marketing, branding, and community engagement to influence how residents, employees, families, and Charleston experience our organization.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Marketing, Communications or related field preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in a communications role (Assistant/Specialist).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Adobe Creative Suite proficiency and CMS experience a plus.
• Understanding of media relations, communications and digital media strategies.
• Strong editing and researching skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, both oral and written.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support strategic communication initiatives to enhance brand visibility.
• Create, edit, and distribute engaging content for employees, residents, families, and the community.
• Manage the organization-wide content calendar and support social media strategy.
• Maintain website content and brand consistency across platforms.
• Serve as Managing Editor for the monthly publication.
• Coordinate advertising, marketing materials, and campaigns.
• Manage the resident engagement app, including updates and vendor coordination.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and support PR efforts.
• Capture photography and assist with events, signage, and special projects.
• Provide administrative and project support to the Communications team.
• Ensure communications align with brand standards and mission.

Skills

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

CMS knowledge

Media relations

Editing

Written & verbal communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

4+ years experience in communications

Education

BS/BA in Marketing, Communications or related field

Tools

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

Description

Are you energized by creating compelling content, managing high-profile publications, cultivating media relationships, and bringing a brand's voice to life across multiple channels? If so, Bishop Gadsden is looking for a Sr. Communications Specialist to help elevate our brand, strengthen audience engagement, and tell the stories that make our community exceptional.

Are you a storyteller, strategist, and relationship-builder all in one? Do you thrive at the intersection of communications, marketing, branding, and community engagement? Are you energized by creating compelling content, managing high-profile publications, cultivating media relationships, and bringing a brand's voice to life across multiple channels? If so, Bishop Gadsden is looking for a Sr. Communications Specialist to help elevate our brand, strengthen audience engagement, and tell the stories that make our community exceptional.

This is more than a communications role. It's an opportunity to influence how residents, employees, families, and the broader Charleston community experience one of the region's most respected senior living organizations.

A Typical Day

As a key member of our Communications team, you'll lead and support strategic communication initiatives that enhance brand visibility, strengthen engagement, and advance organizational goals.

• Create, edit, and distribute engaging content for employees, residents, families, and the community.
• Manage the organization-wide content calendar and support social media strategy.
• Maintain website content, digital communications, and brand consistency across all platforms.
• Serve as Managing Editor for the monthly GAB publication.
• Coordinate advertising, marketing materials, and communication campaigns.
• Manage and support the BGLife resident engagement app, including updates, training, and vendor coordination.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and support public relations efforts.
• Capture photography and assist with community events, signage, and special projects.
• Provide administrative and project support to the Communications team and organizational initiatives.
• Ensure all communications align with Bishop Gadsden's brand standards and mission.

Requirements

What We Need In A Candidate:

• BS/BA in Marketing, Communications or related field is preferred
• 4+ years’ experience as a Communications Assistant, Communication Specialist or similar role
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.),
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and content management systems is a plus
• Proven understanding of media relations, communications, and digital media strategies
• Solid editing and researching skills
• Excellent communication abilities (oral and written)
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective organizational skills

What A Candidate Can Expect From Us

At Bishop Gadsden, we believe meaningful connections and powerful storytelling help create an exceptional experience for residents, employees, and families. You'll join a mission-driven organization where your creativity, strategic thinking, and communication expertise will make a visible impact every day.

Plus.....

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid Time Off to create a work/life balance
• Employer paid life insurance, with opportunity to purchase additional coverage
• Team Member wellness programs
• FREE Teledoc services for you and your dependents
• FREE On-Site parking