Communications/Change Management Specialist - Freelance Consultant

Communications/Change Management Specialist - Freelance Consultant

Location: Remote, United States

Who We Are

SweetRush is a consulting, design, and staffing firm specializing in HR-related services that help foster life-centered businesses and organizations. Our work includes designing unique learning experiences using agency-level graphics and leading-edge technology; creating high-performing cultures, leaders, and teams; and helping our clients grow their learning teams with qualified professionals. Many of our clients are household names with large international operations, while others are small nonprofits whose work we value as essential to the world. We try to balance the work we do for profit with the work we do to spread good things in the world.

SweetRush is a leader in the field of learning and development, making use of emerging technologies (like VR and AR), games, storytelling, chatbots, interactive virtual and in-person experiences, and so on, all while grounding our work in vibrant and impactful human-centered design. The many awards we win every year reflect the care we put into our craft and our collaborations with clients. We’ve been grateful to have won awards with Hilton, Google, Bridgestone, Adidas, SHRM, and numerous others.

We are a completely virtual, tight-knit, talented community that spans the globe, a culture-forward team that values diversity, respect, and caring. Our folks tend to stick around, as do our clients. We like to think we stand apart from competitors for the uniqueness and innovation of everything we create—and for who we are. And we’re committed to hiring talent that’s as creative, innovative, and caring as everyone on our team. This is where you come in… 

About the role 

SweetRush is seeking a dynamic Communications/Change Management Specialist to lead the development and execution of an impactful LMS launch communication strategy for our client's global team. In this role, you'll leverage your expertise in communications and change management to craft and implement plans that deliver measurable results. We're looking for a professional with a strong ability to align messaging with user experience and business objectives, and provide strategic communication guidance that maximizes engagement and adoption.

Hourly Range

*Negotiable

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing end-to-end communication strategies and launch objectives.

• Defining the optimal communication approach, including timing, channel selection, and messaging.

• Proactively identifying potential challenges and developing mitigation strategies.

• Developing detailed communication plans encompassing messaging frameworks, channel strategies, and timelines.

• Consulting on the production of engaging communication assets, such as emails, presentations, and multimedia content, in collaboration with SweetRush.

• Providing expert guidance on communication best practices, incorporating change management principles.

• Establishing metrics to evaluate communication effectiveness and providing data-driven recommendations.
   

Required Skills

• Proven experience in developing and executing communication strategies for global organizational launches,tech-focused (e.g., LMS, intranet, HRIS) is highly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to craft communication strategies, define objectives, and develop actionable roadmaps.

• Understanding of cultural nuances and success in planning the development of communication that resonates with global audiences.

• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships, communicate updates, and manage expectations.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. 

• Consulting on the production of engaging communication assets, such as emails, presentations, and multimedia content, in collaboration with SweetRush.

• Providing expert guidance on communication best practices, incorporating change management principles.

• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and experience in communicating LMS features and benefits to users 

* In addition to the above, candidates will be required to provide a portfolio of work samples demonstrating their experience and expertise in developing and executing successful communication strategies.

SweetRush is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SweetRush will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Call-To-Action: Submit Your Resume!

Team chemistry is everything to us, so our ultimate goal is to find the right fit. If the above describes your interests and experience, and you believe this will be a dream job, please submit your resume. We are excited to hear from you!

Please note: We're all about remote work and have collaborators based all around the world; however, SweetRush is a US-based company, and English is our primary language. If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume in English.

SweetRush believes in transparency and fairness. And for that reason, all of our active searches are available on the SweetRush “Join Us” page at https://www.sweetrush.com/join-us/.  You can also find a handful of openings posted on our LinkedIn company page under the “Jobs” tab at https://www.linkedin.com/company/sweetrush/jobs/. 

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