Strategic Communications & Media Analyst (San Diego, CA)

The Gemini 3 Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gemini 3 Group in San Diego, CA seeks a Strategic Communications & Media Analyst to support Commander, Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet. This role combines data-driven media monitoring, analytics, and strategic writing to inform senior leaders.

You will develop media plans, draft talking points, manage crisis communications, and coordinate with internal teams and external partners. A valid security clearance and five years of experience in strategic comms are required; occasional

Qualifications

• Must possess exceptional project management skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (CONUS/OCONUS) for CNSP operational taskings.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, crisis communication, media research, or stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Data-driven insights: apply analytic approach to traditional and digital media monitoring and translate data into actionable insights.
• Campaign optimization: establish metrics and testing frameworks to refine surface force communication plans.
• Advanced tools & reporting: proficiency in Excel, dashboards, and data visualization for media impact reports.
• Strategic writing and media relations: draft press releases, talking points, and media kits for CNSP leadership.
• Crisis communication: provide real-time research and options to PAO during high-visibility incidents.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Active Secret Clearance

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Public Relations, Digital Media, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Reporting dashboards

Data visualization software

Job description

Strategic Communications & Media Analyst (San Diego, CA)

Job Summary/Purpose: The Gemini 3 Group is seeking for a detail-orientedStrategic Communications & Media Analystto provide organizational and operational support to Commander, Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleetlocated in San Diego, CA.

Essential Responsibilities/Functions:

• Data-Driven Insights: Apply a sharp, analytical approach to traditional and digital media monitoring. Leverage modern media analytics, social listening, and business intelligence tools to track, measure, and analyze communication campaign effectiveness, translating raw data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
  • Campaign Optimization: Establish and execute digital media workflow metrics, research methodologies, and testing/optimization frameworks to continuously refine Surface Force communication plans and maximize reach.
  • Advanced Tools & Reporting: Maintain expert-level proficiency in advanced data tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, reporting dashboards, and data visualization software) to compile complex media impact reports, sentiment analyses, and executive-level briefs.
• Strategic Writing, Product Development, & Media Relations Support
  • Product Preparation: Lead the drafting, structuring, and editing of a wide range of internal and external communication products—including press releases, monthly playbooks, Surface Warfare Magazine features, briefing cards, talking points, media kits, media preparation guides, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), emergency response plans, and training materials.
  • Executive Messaging: Draft compelling talking points, speeches, Force-wide messages, and video scripts tailored for CNSP leadership and key stakeholders to enhance message delivery and strategic impact.
  • Media Query Processing: Research, develop, and staff draft responses to routine media queries, ensuring accuracy, policy compliance, and alignment with Surface Force priorities. All proposed responses must be routed to the PAO for final approval prior to dissemination.
  • Release Planning Coordination: Develop comprehensive, proactive media release plans and coordinate the administrative pipelines for official communications. The actual release of public information remains the sole authority of the PAO.
  • Cross-Command Liaison: Coordinate and liaise with subordinate units, Fleet Public Affairs Centers, and higher headquarters to facilitate media coverage of Command and Surface Force initiatives.
• Crisis Communication & Leadership Advisory
  • Crisis Counseling Support: Provide expert, real-time research and strategic options to the PAO during crisis communications, high-visibility incidents, and rapid-turn news cycles.
    • Executive Briefings: Deliver highly polished, professional verbal and written presentations to senior military leaders regarding media trends, public perception, and communication risks.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must possess exceptional project management skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary technical and creative teams.
• Must be willing to travel occasionally (CONUS/OCONUS) to support CNSP operational taskings.

Required Education/Experience:

• Active Secret Clearance
• A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in strategic communications, crisis communication, media research, and stakeholder engagement is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, Data Analytics, Public Relations, Digital Media, or a related field is preferred.

If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please send an email to [e-mail].

The Gemini 3 Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Department: Proposed Business
This is a full time position