Navy Public Affairs Specialist — Strategic Communications

Vectrona, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Vectrona is seeking an experienced Public Affairs Specialist to support planning, development, and execution of a comprehensive public affairs program for a Navy command. The role involves creating strategic communications, multimedia content, public outreach, and digital communications while promoting command accomplishments and leadership engagement.

The position requires coordinating news releases, photography/videography, website and social media management, and crisis communication support,

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of public affairs or media relations experience.
• Experience creating news releases, newsletters, speeches, and digital content for multiple audiences.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and multimedia editing.
• Experience managing websites and social media platforms.
• Familiarity with Navy Public Affairs policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, edit, and publish news releases, feature stories, newsletters, speeches, social media content, and other communication products in accordance with Navy Public Affairs guidance and Associated Press style.
• Provide professional photography, videography, audio production, and multimedia support for command events, ceremonies, and official activities.
• Manage and maintain command websites, social media platforms, digital signage, web calendars, and other communication channels to ensure timely dissemination of information.
• Design and produce promotional materials, brochures, invitations, programs, flyers, presentations, and other visual communication products using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Collaborate with command leadership to develop communication strategies that promote mission objectives and engagement with stakeholders.
• Support crisis communication and emergency response efforts by serving as a Public Affairs representative and coordinating media activities.
• Coordinate audiovisual support and event setup for command ceremonies, public events, and leadership engagements.
• Respond to public and media inquiries while providing professional customer service and maintaining relationships with Government personnel and external organizations.

Skills

Public affairs

Communications

Media relations

Journalism

Crisis communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Political Science, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Vectrona is seeking an experienced Public Affairs Specialist to support planning, development, and execution of a comprehensive public affairs program for a Navy command. The role involves creating strategic communications, multimedia content, public outreach, and digital communications while promoting command accomplishments and leadership engagement.

The position requires coordinating news releases, photography/videography, website and social media management, and crisis communication support,