Mid Level Communications Specialist Jobs
Mid level communications specialist jobs go to professionals ready to own campaigns end to end, guide junior teammates, and shape messaging strategy with minimal oversight. Hiring runs across Education, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, with 24% of openings remote or hybrid, and employers like Deloitte, Amazon, and TikTok competing for communications specialists at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology, understanding how it is shaping and redefining our world, and engaging business, and technology media. This candidate also has experience in executing local public affairs campaigns via earned, paid, and social media channels. They are motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. In this role, the candidate will have the ability to work alongside a variety of internal teams and senior leaders. The candidate must have excellent writing skills, experience driving proactive communications campaigns, and a track record of utilizing good judgement in high pressure situations.
This role will be based in the greater Washington, D.C area and may require periodic travel.
Key job responsibilities
- Work closely with the Amazon Public Policy and Economic Development teams to drive awareness of Amazon's state and local advocacy objectives and positive impact on customers, industries, and the communities where we operate
- Develop communications plans, written content, and other communications assets in support of Amazon's policy objectives
- Support a broad range of external communications programs and events aligned with Amazon's policy objectives
- Establish and foster state, local, and regional media relationships by serving as a trusted source and educator about Amazon
- Provide communications counsel to business leaders
- Work cross-functionally to plan and execute Communications campaigns
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Communications experience with public policy issues in technology, industry, or government
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing media relationships and working with third parties engaged on technology policy
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, VA, Arlington - 76,600.00 - 134,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The ideal candidate enjoys diving deep into technology, understanding how it is shaping and redefining our world, and engaging business, and technology media. This candidate also has experience in executing local public affairs campaigns via earned, paid, and social media channels. They are motivated by a dynamic, highly creative culture where the challenge of breaking new ground and redefining best practices is welcome. In this role, the candidate will have the ability to work alongside a variety of internal teams and senior leaders. The candidate must have excellent writing skills, experience driving proactive communications campaigns, and a track record of utilizing good judgement in high pressure situations.
This role will be based in the greater Washington, D.C area and may require periodic travel.
Key job responsibilities
- Work closely with the Amazon Public Policy and Economic Development teams to drive awareness of Amazon's state and local advocacy objectives and positive impact on customers, industries, and the communities where we operate
- Develop communications plans, written content, and other communications assets in support of Amazon's policy objectives
- Support a broad range of external communications programs and events aligned with Amazon's policy objectives
- Establish and foster state, local, and regional media relationships by serving as a trusted source and educator about Amazon
- Provide communications counsel to business leaders
- Work cross-functionally to plan and execute Communications campaigns
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Communications experience with public policy issues in technology, industry, or government
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing media relationships and working with third parties engaged on technology policy
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, VA, Arlington - 76,600.00 - 134,000.00 USD annually
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- TikTok6
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- Education95
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- Consulting & Professional Services41
- Healthcare & Medical Services37
- Non-Profit & Social Services23
Mid Level Communications Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level communications specialist job?
Position yourself around ownership and outcomes rather than tasks. Highlight campaigns or projects you led from brief to launch, any cross-functional collaboration you drove, and measurable results like coverage placed, audience growth, or engagement lift. Tailor your resume to show you can operate with limited oversight, and bring a portfolio of writing samples that demonstrate range and strategic intent.
Which companies hire mid level communications specialists?
Companies hiring mid level communications specialists right now include Deloitte, Amazon, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring covers corporate communications teams, mission-driven nonprofits, government agencies, and consumer brands that need someone who can manage projects independently and mentor more junior staff.
Are there remote mid level communications specialist jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 24% of mid level communications specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how much of the work, writing, editing, media outreach, and content strategy, can be done effectively outside a traditional office setting.
How do I move up to a mid level communications specialist role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on demonstrated ownership. Start by volunteering to lead discrete projects, not just execute pieces of them. Develop a specialty, whether that is media relations, internal communications, or content strategy, and pursue measurable results you can speak to. Consistently delivering with less guidance signals readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level communications specialists?
Mid Level communications specialist roles concentrate in Education, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to have complex stakeholder audiences, ongoing content needs, and communications functions large enough to support specialists who can work independently on strategy and execution.