Communications Specialist

First American

. Write, edit and produce employee communications for employees, people leaders and senior leaders .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeSanta Ana • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $64,300 - $85,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills to create engaging employee communications across various digital platforms. Proficient in managing communications projects, utilizing metrics for content improvement, and collaborating effectively with HR teams and internal partners.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree2-5 Years Experience In CommunicationsStrong Writing And Editing SkillsEmail Marketing ExperienceContent Management Systems

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Hard Skills

WritingEditingProofreadingProject ManagementContent CreationPerformance TrackingVisual Asset DevelopmentContent AdaptationCommunications Metrics AnalysisEngagement Improvement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointCanvaAdobe Creative CloudEmail Distribution ToolsDigital Communications Platforms

Industry Keywords

Employee CommunicationsPublic RelationsMarketingEmployee ExperienceHR Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write, edit and produce employee communications for employees, people leaders and senior leaders
Manage production of recurring employee communications and newsletters, including content coordination, writing, editing, design, distribution and performance tracking
Create, publish and maintain content across FA Live, email and other digital platforms
Partner with HR teams and subject matter experts to translate complex information into employee-friendly communications
Support communications plans and campaigns for HR programs, enterprise initiatives and employee experience efforts
Support employee experience programs, employee resource groups, FirstAmCares, Employee Appreciation Week, employee recognition and culture and engagement efforts
Provide communications support and resources to employee resource groups
Develop routine communications materials and visual assets using established templates and brand standards
Support administration of employee communications tools and channels, including email distribution, content management and communications analytics
Monitor communications performance and engagement metrics, identify trends and provide insights
Coordinate with internal partners on upcoming employee communications, programs and events
Build working relationships across HR and other internal partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
2-5 years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing or a related field involving professional written communications
Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
Ability to adapt content for different audiences and communications channels
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, accessible and engaging employee communications
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Sound judgment and attention to detail
Experience with email marketing, content management systems or other digital communications platforms
Ability to create professional communications materials using Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud
Ability to use communications metrics and employee feedback to improve content and engagement
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently while collaborating within a broader team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
PTO/paid sick leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Inclusive workplace culture
Equal opportunity employment