Communications and Engagement Specialist

Viderity is an award-winning consulting firm specializing in IT, creative services, and outreach services for federal agencies and commercial clients, with a strong focus on STEM support for civilian agencies. We have a track record of perfect CPARS and exceptional reviews across agencies such as NSF, USPTO, DOL, NARA, NIST, and Smithsonian. At Viderity, you'll be part of a friendly, smart, and passionate team focused on tackling technology, management, and creative projects.

Viderity is an award-winning consulting firm specializing in IT, creative services, and outreach services for federal agencies and commercial clients, with a strong focus on STEM support for civilian agencies. We have a track record of perfect CPARS and exceptional reviews across agencies such as NSF, USPTO, DOL, NARA, NIST, and Smithsonian. At Viderity, you'll be part of a friendly, smart, and passionate team tackling technology, management, and creative projects.

Note: This is a 100% remote role for candidates based ideally in the Washington D.C. Metro Area (D.C., Maryland, Virginia). Candidates outside the DMV area must confirm their willingness to travel if required for occasional on-site work (2-3 times/year).

About the Role: 

Viderity is seeking an experienced Communications and Engagement Specialist who will lead strategies and projects to communicate and engage with targeted audience groups for their government client.

About You: 

The ideal candidate will have experience shaping and executing strategic communications plans and coordinating in-person and virtual events. The ideal candidate will also be comfortable engaging with external audiences; developing content including web copy, graphics, and advertisements; having a strong eye for detail and experience copyediting; and bringing creativity and fresh ideas to everything they do. The ideal candidate is committed to maintaining high-quality standards and is proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead engagement programs, design digital content, and launch digital communications to boost audience engagement and participation
• Identify and coordinate paid advertising and conference activities
• Develop monthly newsletters and other regular email communications
• Support the ongoing development and execution of communication strategies that increase audience engagement
• Plan and execute in-person and virtual events
• Copywrite and copyedit content in line with brand style guide and client preferences

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role or related discipline
• A bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including experience working with vendors and maintaining vendor relationships
• Experience building communities of practice with high engagement rates
• Experience planning and hosting in-person and virtual events (CMP certification a plus!)
• Ability to be proactive, to multi-task, and to collaborate as a team player
• Ability to obtain Public Trust-level security clearance

Salary Range: 

$ $69,510 to $97,576

 Benefits: 

• 401(k) 

• 401(k) matching 

• Dental Insurance 

• Health insurance 

• Paid time off 

• Retirement plan 

• Vision insurance