JOB TITLE COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST – JOURNEYMAN WHY IDS? IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients. LOCATIONS (Annapolis Junction MD) SHIFTS AVAILABLE Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements. JOB DESCRIPTION IDS is seeking an experienced Communications Specialist – Journeyman, for ADG Creative, an IDS subsidiary, to support corporate communications, marketing initiatives, and content development efforts. This role involves developing and delivering strategic communications, creating written and multimedia products, and supporting client-facing communication efforts across a variety of audiences. KEY DUTIES • Support corporate communications and marketing to include communications/marketing strategy development, content development, and presentations • Plan and develop the creation and execution of strategic communications and multi-media deliverables • Research, write, and edit tailored messaging for internal stakeholders, external partners, leadership, and workforce audiences • Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop briefings, white papers, talking points, articles, reports, marketing content, and outreach materials • Develop innovative ideas to communicate corporate initiatives such as change management, outreach, and workforce development • Coordinate and help facilitate discovery sessions and information sharing activities • Advise clients and provide recommendations to support marketing and communications solutions • Assist in managing budgets, schedules, service delivery, and customer engagement • Ensure all content is on-brand and consistent in style, quality, and voice • Adhere to standards and best practices for content creation, quality control, delivery, and repurposing • Present concepts and ideas effectively to clients REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree in a related field • OR Associate’s degree or High School Diploma with 7 years of experience • Minimum 3 years of experience (aligned to the education substitution structure above) • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly required • Writing samples required COMPENSATION * $90,000k - $110,000k * Benefits Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.