Job Description
Overview:
Join our dynamic team as a Market Insights Communications Specialist, where you will leverage your storytelling expertise and strategic thinking to elevate our brand and thought leadership. You'll act both as a journalist and a communications strategist, discovering and sharing valuable insights that highlight our firm's expertise in the industry.
As an internal 'beat reporter,' you will collaborate with practice leaders, designers, and researchers to uncover insights and narratives that may otherwise stay hidden within our organization. By staying informed on industry trends and developments, you will help connect these insights to our work and perspectives, ultimately strengthening our market position.
If you are a proactive self-starter with a passion for communication, a knack for building relationships, and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the mission and values of HKS.
Responsibilities:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with team leaders and experts to uncover compelling stories and insights.
• Identify storytelling opportunities across the organization and develop strategic narratives with the marketing team.
• Surface unique project narratives and research insights, transforming them into engaging communications materials.
• Work collaboratively to maintain a pipeline of narrative opportunities aligned with firm priorities.
• Identify thought leadership topics and create angles for various media, including Op-Eds, bylines, and executive commentary.
• Support media strategy by articulating the significance of stories and how our firm contributes to broader discussions in the built environment.
• Translate complex insights into clear, actionable narratives for diverse audiences.
• Develop positioning statements, messaging frameworks, and coordinating communications across platforms.
• Collaborate with the Market Intelligence team to stay informed on global trends affecting architecture and design.
• Synthesize research and market insights to inform narrative development and communications strategies.
• Convey insights in an accessible manner that resonates with clients, media, and industry audiences.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, Architecture, Urban Studies, or a related field.
• 8-10+ years of experience in journalism, strategic communications, industry analysis, or related fields.
• Strong editorial strategy experience preferred.
• Proficiency in InDesign and familiarity with design software such as Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is preferred.
• Familiarity with architecture, design, real estate, or related industries is a plus.
• Proven ability to translate complex topics into compelling narratives.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust across a global organization.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills with a keen attention to detail.
• A collaborative and diplomatic leadership style that values relationships.
• Ability to proactively problem-solve and apply creative solutions.
• Must be able to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
Join our dynamic team as a Market Insights Communications Specialist, where you will leverage your storytelling expertise and strategic thinking to elevate our brand and thought leadership. You'll act both as a journalist and a communications strategist, discovering and sharing valuable insights that highlight our firm's expertise in the industry.
As an internal 'beat reporter,' you will collaborate with practice leaders, designers, and researchers to uncover insights and narratives that may otherwise stay hidden within our organization. By staying informed on industry trends and developments, you will help connect these insights to our work and perspectives, ultimately strengthening our market position.
If you are a proactive self-starter with a passion for communication, a knack for building relationships, and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the mission and values of HKS.
Responsibilities:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with team leaders and experts to uncover compelling stories and insights.
• Identify storytelling opportunities across the organization and develop strategic narratives with the marketing team.
• Surface unique project narratives and research insights, transforming them into engaging communications materials.
• Work collaboratively to maintain a pipeline of narrative opportunities aligned with firm priorities.
• Identify thought leadership topics and create angles for various media, including Op-Eds, bylines, and executive commentary.
• Support media strategy by articulating the significance of stories and how our firm contributes to broader discussions in the built environment.
• Translate complex insights into clear, actionable narratives for diverse audiences.
• Develop positioning statements, messaging frameworks, and coordinating communications across platforms.
• Collaborate with the Market Intelligence team to stay informed on global trends affecting architecture and design.
• Synthesize research and market insights to inform narrative development and communications strategies.
• Convey insights in an accessible manner that resonates with clients, media, and industry audiences.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, Architecture, Urban Studies, or a related field.
• 8-10+ years of experience in journalism, strategic communications, industry analysis, or related fields.
• Strong editorial strategy experience preferred.
• Proficiency in InDesign and familiarity with design software such as Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is preferred.
• Familiarity with architecture, design, real estate, or related industries is a plus.
• Proven ability to translate complex topics into compelling narratives.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust across a global organization.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills with a keen attention to detail.
• A collaborative and diplomatic leadership style that values relationships.
• Ability to proactively problem-solve and apply creative solutions.
• Must be able to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Market Insights Communications Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Media & Communication sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Media & Communication is a plus.