Public Relations and Communication Coordinator
The Public Relations and Communication Coordinator supports communication, stakeholder engagement, and community relations activities for a major project. This entry-level role involves content creation, event coordination, and communication planning to effectively engage internal and external audiences, ensuring alignment with project and client objectives. The position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an early-career Public Relations and Communication Coordinator to support project communications on-site in Cameron, LA. You will help execute stakeholder engagement, content creation, internal communications, and event coordination so project teams and local communities receive clear, consistent information.
Key Responsibilities
- Support stakeholder mapping activities and maintain stakeholder contact databases
- Draft, edit, and distribute communication materials such as newsletters, fact sheets, presentations, and project updates
- Assist with content creation: articles, photography, basic video assets, and digital posts
- Maintain communication calendars and schedules; coordinate internal communications and employee engagement initiatives
- Support planning and logistics for community meetings, town halls, and project events
- Help identify and use effective channels to reach target audiences and track outreach outcomes
- Organize and maintain communication assets, including photo libraries and project materials
Compliance & Operational Responsibilities
- Ensure communication materials comply with Confidential Client branding and communication guidelines
- Review content for accuracy, clarity, and consistency prior to distribution
- Keep organized records of communication activities and stakeholder interactions
- Support communications tied to project milestones, community initiatives, and events
- Coordinate with local agencies and project functions (HSE, Quality, Compliance, Operations) on communication needs
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling project communications
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, Business, or a related field
- 0–2 years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, community relations, event coordination, or related roles (relevant internships, campus leadership, and volunteer work count)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships with diverse audiences
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred
- Internship or project experience in corporate communications, PR, marketing, or community engagement
- Experience creating content for newsletters, websites, or social media platforms
- Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, photography, or basic video production tools
- Event planning or community outreach experience
- Interest in infrastructure, industrial, energy, or engineering-related projects
Role-specific Skills
- Public relations fundamentals
- Internal and external communications
- Stakeholder engagement and community relations
- Content creation and editing
- Event coordination and logistics
- Presentation development and corporate communications
- Relationship building and attention to detail
Working Conditions
- Based on project site in Louisiana (Cameron Parish preferred)
- Regular interaction with project teams, local communities, public authorities, and client representatives
- Participation in onsite events, community outreach activities, stakeholder meetings, and engagement programs
- Fast-paced project environment with multiple communication priorities and deadlines
Additional Information
- No sponsorship or relocation assistance available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Employment type: Contract and/or Full-time.
- Estimated salary: $41,716 per year (estimated).
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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