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Brooke S.
$180/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Leadership Skills
  • Life Coaching
  • Change Management
  • Management Development
  • Management Consulting
  • Career Coaching
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Psychology
  • Leadership Development
  • Executive Coaching
  • Business Coaching
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Prospect List

I am a TOP-RATED PLUS C-Suite executive, psychotherapist, business plan writer, grant writer, pitch deck creator and co-owner of Moments Count (Business Planning and Strategy, Executive Development, and Grant Writing Company). My nationally recognized clients include eBay, Quest, LabCorp, Bigger Pockets, Llewellyn Worldwide, Soloflex, Riedel Crystal, and Free The Slaves. I have secured over $108MM in grants. Under my bio, below, is a complete list of my services.. I provide a premium service with rapid turnarounds. I will complete your project on time, on budget, and to your satisfaction. My clients highly recommend me (see below), and I...

Mary Elizabeth E.
$88/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Communications
  • Crisis Communications
  • Corporate Communications
  • Science
  • Marketing Communications
  • Change Communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Public Relations
  • Audio Production
  • Fortune 500 Company
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Startup Company
  • Public Affairs
  • Ecommerce

I am a PR and social media expert, founder of boutique PR firm Elkordy Global Strategies, Forbes and Thrive Global Contributor, the Producer/Sidekick of DL Hughley political podcast & The Hughley Truth. My skills surround leveraging content with the purpose of getting our intended audience to take an action. I have worked with Fortune 500 companies, Nonprofits, personal brands, startups, tech companies, the works! If you need PR help for COVID19, or simply want to expand your personal brand, I have a track record of success and I am happy to help you! Major placements I have got for my clients include Fox News, Yahoo TV, CNN, BBC, Sky News,...

Grigorij R.
$150/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Film Direction
  • Video Production
  • Public Relations
  • Social Media Marketing
  • WordPress
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Social Media Content
  • Website
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Digital Marketing
  • Tech & IT

Forbes Business Council member | 10+ years of experience | 40 billion media impressions | $200 million raised As an experienced PR specialist with an expert team (XWECAN) and a tight-knit network of trust and connections built over more than a decade, I have placed stories in thousands of major news outlets and helped raise over $200 million for charities, technology and science projects. XWECAN’s team consists of former Disney and United Nations executives, CNN, FT, and Forbes journalists, and creatives who worked with the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Queen, Matthew McConaughey, Stephen Hawking, Kevin Spacey, the EU Parliament, Nobel Prize...

Roman H.
$199/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Social Media Marketing Strategy
  • User Experience Strategy
  • Market Analysis
  • Product Design
  • Strategic Plan
  • Brand Strategy
  • Brand Consulting
  • Brand Positioning & Messaging Strategy

Marketing strategist with 17 years of experience. I'm helping my clients to define growth strategies, find new markets, reach potential customers/consumers, set up digital marketing, build websites, design brands and marketing communications. My clients vary from small and medium to large businesses and corporations like Mastercard, Pepsico, McDonald's. I've developed and implemented marketing strategies across different regions: USA, United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, Ukraine, Russia, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia and many others. I also have a large team (73 people) of market analysts, designers, media experts that can execute any kind of...

Joseph D.
$149/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Market Research
  • Marketing Management
  • Business Development
  • Lead Generation
  • Digital Marketing
  • Business Modeling
  • Sales Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Business Consulting
  • Product Marketing
  • Product Strategy
  • Product Roadmap
  • Sales Strategy
  • Digital Strategy

Most of my recent success has been in SaaS discipline working with organizations in the Business Development area and to onboard external groups such as customers, influencers, affiliates, and resellers. I have also managed and worked closely with sales and marketing teams and even been that department for some. Hands-on experience in the implementation of marketing strategies to include direct and indirect sales development. I am well-versed in digital marketing and the traditional marketing concepts of lead generation, advertising, and public relations. As an example, I am very capable of helping, evaluating and implementing a social...

Luke P.
$156/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Podio
  • Smartsheet
  • Zapier
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Project Management
  • Marketing Automation
  • Airtable
  • Process Improvement
  • Quickbooks
  • Integromat
  • Automated Workflow
  • Project Workflows
  • Trello
  • Process Flow Diagram

𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙫𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚. 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 ❜𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙚❜ 𝙩𝙤 𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙤𝙪𝙘𝙝. How I can help you: ✔ Document and optimize your existing processes and workflows (including diagramming your work) ✔ Analyzing your business needs against what your software actually offers to find you the best solution for price (I saved one client $4000+/year by helping them choose an option that worked with their existing setup) ✔ Solution building: I plan, implement, and test solutions, leave you detailed notes, and arrange consultations with your staff at every step. ✔ Training your staff one how to use new apps, tools, or...

Shamik G.
$30/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Inbound Marketing
  • Content Marketing
  • B2B Marketing
  • Growth Hacking
  • Media Planning
  • Lead Generation
  • Project Management
  • Analytics Plugin
  • Product Strategy
  • SaaS
  • Copywriting
  • Marketing Plan

I am working with SaaS companies with marketing to drive real, sustainable growth. I specialize in early-stage traction, finding and establishing growth channels, content marketing, customer research, positioning, messaging, copywriting and marketing automation tools (Hubspot, Active Campaign, AeroLeads, Debounce, Zoho). If you are looking Pre-launch Product Marketing Strategy? ✅ Framework Based Market Research to fit into the market ✅ Customer Profiling ✅ Lead Data Collection to launch the product to create buzz ✅ 12 Month Marketing Activities and Budget Analysis ✅ KPI set up to track sales ✅ Automation Tools Integration If You have...

Marcin J.
$129/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Management Consulting
  • Relationship Management
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Corporate Strategy
  • B2B Marketing
  • Sales Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Business Consulting
  • Executive Coaching
  • Leadership Development

🔝 Top 0.09% in Management, 0.1% in Sales & 2.92% in Marketing Management on Upwork (with 100% in Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Marketing Communications). Harvard Business School educated executive based in Luxembourg, with Fortune 500 leadership, marketing, strategy, sales, operations and CRM experience, passionate about helping clients in the following areas: 1) CEO Advisory & Global Leadership 2) Business, Strategy & Management Consulting 3) Marketing Strategy & Fractional CMO 4) Market Research & Pitch Deck Presentations 5) Sales, Marketing, CRM and Business Development 6) Career Management (coaching, mentoring, career...

Ninon C.
$30/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Constant Contact
  • Mailchimp
  • Lead Generation
  • Copywriting
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Writing
  • Communication

Willing to take on challenges and make things happen! Hi there, My name is Ninon, and I have 5+ years' experience in communication. I guarantee 100% professional, original, and creative content. Enjoy peace of mind with UNLIMITED REVISIONS! I generally respond to messages within a few hours: Monday - Friday, 7am to 7pm (CET) Bilingual: English/French Personal attribute: responsible, positive, self-motivated, well-organized, creative, adaptable and communicative Specialties: social media marketing, graphic design, Web development, content marketing and marketing automation

Courtney A.
$150/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Presentations
  • Presentation Design
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Training Presentation
  • Visual Presentation Design
  • Google Slides
  • Business Presentation
  • Sales Presentation
  • Keynote
  • Graphic Design
  • PPTX
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Google Docs

A PowerPoint Wizard and a Picasso of Keynote (titles lovingly bestowed upon me from past clients), I have worked on thousands of decks for Fortune 100 companies, global agencies, and tech startups over the past ten years. As a contractor at Microsoft, I stepped into the role of Art Director to oversee the creation of hundreds of new templates for Microsoft Office. While providing consistent, high-quality work, I have had the pleasure of establishing long-term relationships with Home Depot, Exxon Mobil, Cisco Systems, Bloomberg, and many more. Alongside executive presentations, I specialize in pitch decks and RFPs-- my presentations and...

Krystal N C.
$150/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Writing
  • Public Relations
  • Media Relations
  • Social Media Management
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Content Creation
  • Content Strategy
  • Communications
  • Internal Communications
  • Press Release Writing

Working directly with C-suite leaders at companies ranging from family-owned to Fortune 500 has provided me incredible insight into the nuances of executive brand creation. I've supported leaders in crafting their public persona, becoming known as industry speakers, earning awards, and building their own digital following. My experience includes speech development, social media management, pitching speaking engagements, earned media opportunities, and writing opinion pieces for top-tier outlets. I've personally been featured in top-tier media including television news (ABC, CBS, and FOX), Business Insider, Forbes, Fast Company, Wall...

Quincy S.
$225/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Brand Positioning
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • Brand Development
  • Ecommerce Website
  • Brand Strategy
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Brand Guidelines
  • App Design
  • Branding
  • Website Redesign
  • Logo Design
  • Strategy
  • Packaging Design
  • Pitch Deck
  • Microsoft PowerPoint

I’m Quincy, an expert branding and marketing strategist with more than 10+ years of experience in branding and marketing. I’ve completed more than 100+ projects on Upwork and maintained a job success score of 100%. I’m certified as a Vetted Expert in brand identity design by the Upwork Talent Management Team (Only the top 1% of Upwork experts hold this badge). Other certifications: Adobe Suite Certified, MOS PowerPoint certification, Design Sprint Certified, Meta blueprint certified, Shopify Partner, Google Partner, and Klaviyo Partner. My project expertise includes: brand strategy, brand positioning, brand identity, product design,...

Dan M.
$87/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Copywriting
  • Technical Writing
  • Advertising
  • Internet Marketing
  • Sales Letter
  • Sales Writing
  • Online Writing
  • Lead Generation
  • Landing Page
  • Content Writing

You're looking for copywriting and content for your technical or SaaS company that gets RESULTS... Writing that: - stands out - understands the market - appeals to the decision makers - explains features and benefits in a clear and engaging way (even highly technical ones) - ultimately generates more sales and leads **************************************************************************************** /// Feedback from a recent Upwork client: /// "FYI, React.js sequence, the first email has a great performance. Open rate: 47% Click-thru rate: 3.9%. Thanks so much Dan!" I wrote landing pages and email follow ups for this client on...

Yunche W.
$200/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Business Consulting
  • Business Modeling
  • Market Research
  • Financial Modeling
  • Business Analysis
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Management Consulting
  • Project Management

Over the last 15 years, I have worked to develop and execute various global marketing strategies and activities for customer-centric organizations with a clear focus on company goals. Marketing programs included targeted lead generation on various platforms, development and management of sales funnels including traffic generation, email campaigns and content strategies, marketing budget management up to $5M, in-depth customer /market segmentation, ROI and metrics for each program as well as branding, overall strategy and development of customer nurturing programs. Examples of work include: - Targeted lead generation on various platforms -...

Zack G.
$65/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Communications
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Email Marketing
  • Outreach Strategy
  • Business Development
  • Lead Generation
  • Social Media Management
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Partnership & Collaborations Outreach
  • Sales
  • B2B Marketing
  • Marketing Consulting
  • Media Relations
  • Sales Leads

A seasoned sales and marketing executive with over 15 years of experience. Extensive relationships through media and entertainment, technology, education and other high-value markets. Expertise in product launches, sales and marketing processes, talent outreach, event planning, as well as social media and content management. After beginning his career as Marketing Manager of Script Magazine and launching the Scriptwriters Showcase event at Universal Studios, he rose to become Vice President of Sales at Final Draft Inc, an industry-leading software firm in media and entertainment. Lead the launch of several new enterprise products,...

Anna C.
$135/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Market Research
  • Venture Capital Consulting
  • Startup Consulting
  • Pitch Deck
  • Pitch Deck
  • Strategic Communication
  • Life Coaching
  • Business Coaching
  • Executive Coaching
  • Social Impact Assessment

I’m a Strategist, Impact Innovator, Thought Partner, and Coach. I'm agile, both a thinker and doer, and seamlessly flow among levels to fill the gaps between vision and execution: • 30,000 feet: innovative strategy and tenacious creativity • 10,000 feet: management planning and tactical leadership • Boots on the ground: tangible, iterative action; bring it to life. ----- My Super Powers: I unlock potential (in people and ideas) by harnessing the power of the two F's: FINANCE + FEELINGS. I joke that I’m a cross between BRENÉ BROWN... • Sharp, relatable (and sometimes comedic) analysis of our social psychological dynamics at play in...

Alex I.
$125/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Media Buying
  • Facebook Ad Campaign
  • Facebook Marketing
  • Shopify
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Media Planning
  • Ecommerce Manager
  • Retargeting
  • TikTok Marketing
  • Ecommerce Marketing
  • Conversion Rate Optimization
  • Creative Strategy
  • Analytics

Do you track the performance of your creatives? Do you want to know where gaps in your funnel are? Do you want to improve your MER? Well... it's time to optimise every part of the funnel, from the hook and CTA to purchase event. Let's convert user attention into money and take your marketing campaigns to the next level of effectiveness. Clients of mine are getting 3X-5X more sales for the same ad budget. Want to grow predictably and fast - let me help you! My core competency is the creation, optimisation and scaling of Meta (Facebook and Instagram) and TikTok ad campaigns: ✅ Marketing Strategy (the overall picture, understanding your KPIs,...

Andreea M.
$45/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Graphic Design
  • Web Design
  • Book Cover
  • Magazine Layout
  • Interaction Design
  • Logo Design
  • Brochure Design
  • Print Design
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Branding
  • Editorial Design
  • Adobe XD
  • Packaging Design
  • Sales & Marketing Collateral

I have graduated BA and MA studies in Graphic Design and I have professional experience in visual communication, branding and identity design, editorial design, illustration, visual storytelling, web design and more. One of the branding projects I have been working on, Istanbul Biennial 2013, has been awarded Best Brand Implementation project at the European Design Awards in 2014. My contribution to this project was the development of all the merchandising materials and posters for the event. I am a committed graphic designer, always driven by the will to create excellent, good quality work and I am looking for new projects and...

Shari S.
$125/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Brand Strategy
  • Brand Strategy
  • Product Marketing
  • B2B Marketing
  • Business Development
  • B2C Marketing
  • Sales Management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Account Management
  • Product Roadmap
  • Social Media Plugin

A seasoned B2B brand and business development strategist with over ten years of experience successfully executing go-to-market strategies for consumer packaged goods (CPG), companies and personalities within multiple industries; resulting in effectively launched brands, long-term accounts and direct sales with c-level executives at companies such as Disney, American Airlines, Marriott, Mopar, Smithsonian and Universal Studios.

Nitish B.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Website Asset
  • Logo Design
  • Brand Naming
  • Print Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Label & Package Design
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Strategy
  • Brand Guidelines
  • Brand Development
  • Brand Consulting
  • Brand Design
  • Brand Identity

Top Rated Plus (+) Freelancer & Upwork Brand Identity Skill Certification professional. Branding expert with over 16 years of experience working with startups + big businesses from across the world. Brand design & guidelines | Collaterals | Print & Packaging | Illustration | UI/UX Design ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Nitish created an awesome and appealing logo for me and the TG." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Nitish did a great job fast, communicative, and did amazing work." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"I loved my whole design experience with Nitish." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Nitish is a find! I admire his enthusiasm and involvement." My philosophy is to build great brands for my client with 'Thought Partnership' As a...

Juan F.
$25/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Argentinian Spanish Dialect
  • Voice-Over
  • English to Spanish Translation
  • Proofreading
  • Singing
  • Video Editing
  • Latin American Spanish Accent
  • Caption
  • YouTube
  • Spanish English Accent
  • Castilian Spanish
  • Audio Production
  • Subtitles
  • YouTube Video

Hi everyone! My name is Juan Font; I'm a multi-talented native Spanish VOICE TALENT with a Professional Recording Studio. Broadcaster // Performer // Musician // Singer // Audio Engineering // Video Engineering And I also provide a wide range of Professional Language Services: Male and Female Voice Talents // Transcription // Translation // Proofreading I am an expert in Spanish language, and I can deal with all kinds of Spanish accents and forms. I'm fluent in English and Brazilian Portuguese, so I can easily translate from those languages. I can TRANSCRIBE and TRANSLATE all the English and Spanish scripts, audios, videos,...

Viktor K.
$20/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice Acting
  • YouTube Plugin
  • YouTube Marketing
  • Subtitles
  • Editor
  • Content Localization
  • Proofreading
  • Technical Translation
  • Translation
  • English to Russian Translation
  • Russian to English Translation
  • English

I am a professional translator from English to Russian (and, of course, vice versa). Most often, I carry out large long-term contracts, but it all starts with small orders, right?) I will translate anything for you (except legal and medical documents). I can also make high-quality voice acting for the video. I helped with website translations (programming and fitness topics). Even before working as a freelancer, I translated a technical book about the country's power industry. I always start my work with a request to send me a minor test assignment so that you can see my competence.

Megan M.
$135/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Researcher
  • Biotechnology
  • Military
  • Project Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Minimum Viable Product
  • Google Suite
  • Strategy & Planning
  • Organizational Design & Effectiveness
  • Leadership Skills
  • Organizational Development
  • Business Operations
  • Communications

Megan Martin is a business operations expert, a people-first leader, and a veteran who served overseas in Afghanistan. In the business world, Megan has two passions: unlocking new levels of success for her clients, and displaying servant leadership within her team. With over 20 years of experience developing and improving business processes, Megan is uniquely equipped to identify your company’s blind spots and chart a holistic growth path. She’s solution- oriented, well-versed across all key business departments, and intentional about bringing the “humanity” back into consulting. Megan’s approach relies on going all-in with her clients....

Shirley A.
$50/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • English Proofreading
  • Editor
  • Book Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Non-Fiction Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Public Relations
  • Tech & IT
  • Internet Marketing
  • Health & Wellness
  • Nutrition
  • English
  • Article Writing

Certified journalist, marketer and white paper writer specialising in Digital Healthcare, Healthtech, Biotech and Telemedicine, as well as Health Science, General Health, Holistic Health, Nutrition, Stem Cell Therapy, and Covid-19 ( I have written a book on the subject). Always abreast of the latest cutting-edge research findings. Author of 5 best-selling books, two of which were featured in a Universal Pictures film. Editor and ghost writer of self-help, holistic health and medical and nutritional books, as well as fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. (British and American English). Specialist in book proposals to publishers,...

Magdalena Z.
$46/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy
  • English to Polish Translation
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Content Creation
  • Press Release Writing
  • Media Relations
  • Public Relations Strategy
  • Project Management
  • Press Release
  • Public Relations Consultation

PUBLIC RELATIONS ✅ PRESS RELEASES ✅ I'm a PR professional with a decade of PR experience in health and wellness, fashion, fitness, beauty, food, video-editing services, fin-tech, and more. I help my clients drive awareness of their products and services through creative storytelling targeted at the media tiers and segments that align with my clients' objectives. My out-of-the-box thinking approach helps me adapt quickly to different factors and circumstances of each project I work on. I try to find the best solutions for my clients to make sure their PR goals are met, whether it's SEO, brand awareness, thought leadership, or increasing...

Djhoanna R.
$18/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Property Management
  • Virtual Assistant
  • Customer Support
  • eCommerce
  • Dropshipping
  • Social Media Management
  • Executive Support
  • Administrative Support
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Real Estate
  • Booking Management System
  • Email Support
  • Email Communication
  • Light Project Management
  • Personal Administration

Multi-platform Travel Accounts Airbnb Booking.com VRBO/HomeAway TripAdvisor/Flipkeys Expedia Agoda Channel Managers - BookingSync, Little Hotelier, Hostaway, Smartbnb, Tokeet, Guesty Revenue Management Calendar Optimization Pass The Keys BnbSitter Rockstar VA I do have the following employee traits: Problem solver, positive attitude, hardworking, responsible, accountable, goal-oriented, and result-driven. I can work in minimal supervision, execute quality work even under pressure, always equipped to face work challenges because I have strong determination. I am a natural achiever. I always make sure that I am at my best and give my 100%...

Hannah E.
$110/hr
  • Trophy Icon Communication Strategy
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • Content Strategy
  • Brand Positioning
  • Brand Guidelines
  • Brand Strategy
  • UX Writing
  • Content Creation
  • Content Marketing Strategy
  • Website Copywriting
  • Landing Page
  • Brand Positioning & Messaging Strategy
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Corporate Branding
  • Brand Research
  • Branding

Words and Perception are the most valuable assets at a Brand’s disposal.  NIKE - JUST DO IT ← Three Words, Three Syllables, That Together Have Forever Changed Public Perception. Together, we can find the right words that will define your company and inspire people to act. Now more than ever, you have the power to compete with the industry giants on the same free platforms and media channels…and dominate. I mean that. No one can serve your customer base better than you do. You fill a niche and provide the kind of intimate service that no ‘big box’ chain can compete with. The difference between their seemingly insurmountable following and...

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How to Hire Top Communication Strategists

COMMUNICATION STRATEGISTS

What is a communication strategy? 

A communication strategy is a formal plan for facilitating communication both inside and outside an organization.

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in communication strategy professionals:

  • Communication strategy
  • Public relations (PR)
  • Business writing

Why do you want to hire communication strategists?

The trick to finding top communication strategists is to identify your needs. Is your goal to find someone to develop a strategy for ramping up publicity as part of a PR campaign? Or are you seeking to create internal communications guidelines between management and personnel to foster an open company culture? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.

HOW TO HIRE COMMUNICATION STRATEGISTS

Whether it’s setting communications guidelines for managers engaging with their sales staff or developing an action plan for PR, communication strategists are here to help.

So how do you hire communication strategists? What follows are some tips for finding top communication strategists on Upwork.

How to shortlist communication strategy professionals

As you’re browsing available communication strategy consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Industry. You want a communication strategist who is familiar with the terminology and tone that work best with your industry.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., performing market research to fine-tune your marketing communications).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular communication strategist.

How to write an effective communication strategy job post

With a clear picture of your ideal communication strategist in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective communication strategy job post should include:

  • Scope of work: From buyer personas to communications guidelines, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, technologies, or marketing tools, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Ready to launch your communication strategy project? Log in and post your communication strategy job on Upwork today.

FAQS FOR HIRING COMMUNICATION STRATEGISTS

How much does it cost to hire a communication strategist?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced communication strategist may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their communication strategy services more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.

How long should you contract a communication strategist to complete your project?

As difficult as it is to estimate how long you will need a communication strategist, budgeting time is very important to keeping your project on track.

Be prepared to budget more time for more-demanding communication strategy projects. For example, developing internal communication guidelines between human resources and staff will typically take less time than creating a versatile messaging guide for a large multichannel marketing campaign.

What are the steps involved to hire communication strategists?

Here’s how to hire communication strategy consultants in four simple steps:

  1. Identify your project needs, whether it’s market research or writing communications guidelines.
  2. Define the scope of work and write a detailed job post. Be specific about deliverables (e.g., writing a communication strategy for engaging with the press).
  3. Review proposals and shortlist potential communication strategists for unique skills needed to bring your project to life (e.g., interviewing focus groups to gain insight into the type of messaging that resonates best with a market segment).
  4. Interview communication strategy talent to gauge whether they’re the right fit for your project.
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