Position Overview:
The Senior Communication Strategist will serve as a key onsite resource supporting the U.S. Army’s Communication and Outreach Office (ACOO). This individual will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing strategic communication plans that advance the Army’s mission. The role requires a deep understanding of Army operations and priorities..
The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated expertise in strategic communication planning. This position will work closely with ACOO leadership, subject matter experts, and military units to synchronize messaging efforts across digital, traditional, and internal communication channels.
Core Responsibilities:
Strategic Communication Planning
Clearance Required: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
Location: The Pentagon, Arlington, Va
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The Communication Strategist will serve as a key onsite resource supporting our DOD client. This individual will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing strategic communication plans that advance DOD's mission, reinforce readiness, and strengthen public trust. The role requires a deep understanding of DOD's operations, messaging priorities, and the evolving global information environment.
The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated expertise in public affairs, campaign planning, and stakeholder engagement, and will work closely with client's leadership, subject matter experts, and military units to synchronize messaging efforts across digital, traditional, and internal communication channels.
Strategic Communication Planning
Develop, lead, and execute comprehensive, multi-channel communication plans aligned with DOD priorities and client's objectives.
Translate complex DOD initiatives into clear, compelling messages tailored to specific audiences (internal, public, partner, and adversary-facing).
Integrate strategic messaging across DOD campaigns, ensuring consistency, timeliness, and relevance.
Stakeholder and Interagency Coordination
Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders, including DOD commands, DoD counterparts, and interagency partners to ensure synchronized messaging.
Provide communication counsel to senior leaders and staff on policy rollouts, DOD programs, and public engagements.
Messaging and Content Strategy
Draft messaging frameworks, themes, and talking points to support DOD campaigns, high-profile events, and strategic initiatives.
Shape content strategies for external-facing platforms and internal communication tools.
Monitoring and Evaluation
Monitor communication effectiveness using performance metrics, sentiment analysis, and stakeholder feedback.
Recommend adjustments to strategies and content based on real-time data, media coverage, and strategic assessments.
Situational Response
Support rapid communication planning and crisis response efforts related to DOD operations, national security issues, or reputational threats.
Contribute to the development of contingency messaging, public statements, and internal communications during high-visibility incidents.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, Strategic Communication, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. .Experience:Minimum of 10 years of experience in public affairs, strategic communication, or media relations.
Minimum of 5 years supporting military or federal agencies in a communication strategy or senior advisory capacity.
Demonstrated success managing multi-faceted communication campaigns.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong understanding of DoD communication protocols, public affairs doctrine, and the information environment.
Proficiency in messaging development, campaign integration, and performance measurement.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a highly collaborative environment.
Familiarity with digital platforms, social media strategy, and analytics tools.
Desirable Attributes:
Previous experience working onsite at the Pentagon or within a DOD command headquarters.
Knowledge of DOD structure, chain of command, and key communication challenges.
Ability to distill complex policy or operational language into public-facing narratives.
Active Secret Clearance (preferred).
Key Outcomes:
Delivery of effective strategic communication plans aligned with DOD priorities.
Enhanced public understanding and trust in DOD initiatives and capabilities.
Strengthened message integration across OCPA campaigns, DOD components, and external partners.
Rapid, credible, and unified responses during emerging communication crises.
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Blueprint Creative Group is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering strategic communications, training and development, and program management services to government agencies. With a portfolio spanning Department of Defense and public health institutions, we combine mission-aligned strategy with creative execution to inform, engage, and impact.
Position Overview:
Blueprint seeks a Communications Strategist with demonstrated experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies. As a key mid-level contributor, you will work alongside senior strategists, program managers, and DoD leadership to develop and execute mission-critical communication campaigns that align with military culture, priorities, and audiences.
Your mission: shape narratives, synchronize campaigns, and develop messaging frameworks that drive clarity, alignment, and stakeholder engagement across DoD initiatives.
Location: Washington, DC/ Arlington, VA area
Core Responsibilities:
Strategic Communications
Develop short- and long-term communications plans aligned with DoD priorities
Draft messaging frameworks, key messages, and segmentation strategies
Synchronize communication efforts across divisions, stakeholders, and contractors
Campaign Execution
Support communication campaigns: content calendars, briefs, tactical plans
Identify amplification opportunities across digital, community, and media platforms
Collaborate with designers, writers, and digital teams to ensure strategic alignment
Research & Analysis
Research programs, policies, and audience insights to inform strategies
Monitor public sentiment and media for proactive messaging opportunities
Contribute to performance evaluation and campaign refinement
Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare talking points and event materials for leadership and external stakeholders
Engage veteran groups, families, and partner organizations in outreach efforts
Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, Political Science, or related field.Experience:
3–6 years of experience in communication planning, campaign support, or public affairs, preferably within a military, federal, or public sector environment.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messages to diverse audiences.
Familiarity with Army structure, values, and communication protocols preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Desirable Attributes:
Experience working on military or federal communications initiatives.
Understanding of Army strategic priorities such as modernization, readiness, and integrated deterrence.
Familiarity with social media platforms, digital content planning, and communication metrics.
Clearance Required: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
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