Communications Analyst (Contract)

Job Title: Communications Analyst
Location: Columbus, OH
Work Model: Remote with light travel (approximately once per month or less)
Rate: $55-$60/hour
Contract Length: July 6, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Extension: Strong possibility of extension; overall program length may continue for up to years
Employment Type: W-2 Only
Work Authorization: Citizens Only | Green Card holders also eligible; no visa sponsorship available

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Communications Analyst to support a large, multi-year program by developing clear, polished, and engaging communications materials for a wide range of stakeholders. This role will focus heavily on written communications, presentation development, and production of high-quality program materials in a primarily virtual environment.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and strong visual communicator who can take limited direction, quickly understand the ask, and independently produce professional deliverables with minimal oversight. This person should be comfortable working remotely, managing multiple assignments, and supporting communications needs across presentations, leadership updates, stakeholder materials, and program messaging.

This role is well suited for someone who is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly proficient in PowerPoint, with the ability to create compelling decks and communications content that are both visually strong and clearly written. Experience leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency, content development, and communication production is also highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Written Communications & Content Development

• Develop, edit, and refine a wide range of written communications materials in support of program and stakeholder needs.
• Draft clear, concise, and audience-appropriate content for leadership updates, stakeholder communications, summaries, talking points, announcements, and other program materials.
• Ensure communications are well organized, polished, and aligned with program messaging and tone.
• Translate complex or loosely defined input into clear and actionable communications deliverables.
• Proofread and quality-check communications materials for consistency, grammar, formatting, and clarity.

Presentation Development

• Create and enhance professional PowerPoint presentations for leadership, program teams, and stakeholder audiences.
• Design polished decks that communicate information clearly and effectively through strong structure, formatting, and visual presentation.
• Transform notes, rough outlines, or partially developed content into executive-ready presentations.
• Maintain consistency in presentation style, formatting, and messaging across materials.
• Support development of charts, diagrams, summaries, and visual content that improve understanding and engagement.

Program Communications Support

• Support overall communications needs for a large, long-term program in a primarily virtual work environment.
• Partner with program leaders and stakeholders to gather inputs and develop communications deliverables with limited direction.
• Help maintain momentum on communications requests by working independently and proactively managing deadlines.
• Produce materials quickly and accurately while balancing multiple priorities and shifting business needs.
• Contribute to communication planning and execution activities as needed.

AI-Enabled Content Production

• Leverage approved AI tools to support content drafting, editing, summarization, formatting, and productivity where appropriate.
• Use sound judgment to enhance efficiency while maintaining quality, accuracy, and professionalism in final deliverables.
• Support innovation in communication development by applying AI-enabled approaches to streamline work product creation when helpful.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Draft and edit written communications for program stakeholders.
• Create and revise PowerPoint decks based on leadership input, notes, or rough concepts.
• Take limited direction on assignments and independently develop polished deliverables.
• Coordinate virtually with stakeholders to clarify needs, gather inputs, and refine materials.
• Manage multiple communication requests and deadlines in a remote environment.
• Review materials for tone, quality, formatting, and consistency before final delivery.
• Apply AI tools where appropriate to improve efficiency and support content development.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications, program communications, executive communications, marketing communications, or a related role.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including drafting, editing, proofreading, and synthesizing information into clear messaging.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills with proven experience creating polished, professional presentation decks.
• Strong ability to produce high-quality materials with limited direction and minimal supervision.
• Experience supporting communications in a virtual or remote work environment.
• Highly self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Comfort using AI tools to support communications development and improve efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large programs, transformation initiatives, or cross-functional business teams.
• Experience creating executive-level or stakeholder-facing presentation materials.
• Familiarity with communication planning, stakeholder engagement, or program support communications.
• Experience working in a matrixed or highly collaborative environment.
• Experience in utilities, energy, or other large enterprise environments is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Written Communications
• Executive Communications
• Presentation Development
• PowerPoint Design
• Content Editing & Proofreading
• Stakeholder Communications
• Virtual Collaboration
• AI-Enabled Productivity
• Self-Direction & Initiative
• Program Communications Support

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a strong writer and presentation developer who can work independently, take a small amount of direction, and turn it into polished, high-quality communications deliverables. They are comfortable operating in a primarily virtual environment, know how to produce executive-ready materials quickly, and bring a strong eye for both messaging and presentation quality. They are proactive, reliable, and able to leverage modern tools, including AI, to work efficiently and effectively.