Remote Communications Specialist: Content & Media

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the Communications Department in executing internal and external communications strategies. You will help develop, produce, and distribute web-based and traditional publications, oversee content across multiple platforms, and lead select projects with senior editors.

Strong writing skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and collaboration with stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 1+ years of experience in a communications role, preferably in healthcare, nonprofit, or media environments.
• Experience managing communication projects from concept to completion, including print and digital publications.
• Experience with digital communications tools, including social media platforms, CMS, and email marketing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and produce communication materials including newsletters, memos, blogs, leadership messages, video scripts, press releases, and digital content.
• Lead development of select content for internal and external publications under senior editors.
• Assist in media relations, including drafting press releases and coordinating interviews or press coverage.
• Manage project timelines and delivery of content aligned with communication strategies.
• Support analytics reporting and maintain departmental archives.
• Provide onsite support for events including video shoots and media coverage.

Skills

Content development

Media outreach

Project management

Written communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Content Management System

Email marketing platforms

Social media platforms

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the Communications Department in executing internal and external communications strategies. You will help develop, produce, and distribute web-based and traditional publications, oversee content across multiple platforms, and lead select projects with senior editors.

Strong writing skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and collaboration with stakeholders are essential.