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What is a communications program manager and how to become one
Communications program managers develop and implement the internal and external communications strategy of the organization. This includes intra- or cross-departmental messages, articles, frequently asked questions (FAQs), employee-facing promotional materials, and presentations, among others. They identify and use communications tools and technologies to increase the efficiency and impact of content. They evaluate and implement new and innovative communication ideas. Furthermore, they analyze and report on the effectiveness and impact of communications strategies. Asides from that, they may liaise with stakeholders, including communications teams, to align the organization's goals with its communications.
Employers seek applicants who hold at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Applicants must have five or more years of relevant work experience. You must possess organization, multitasking, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. You must also be proficient in Microsoft Office. Communications program managers make an average annual salary of $85,895. This varies between $58,000 and $138,000.
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Jeyoung (Jenny) Oh Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Communication, University of Michigan-Flint
Avg. Salary $85,031
Avg. Salary $59,228
Growth rate 12%
Growth rate 0.3%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.88%
Asian 5.10%
Black or African American 11.26%
Hispanic or Latino 14.12%
Unknown 5.36%
White 63.28%
Genderfemale 63.71%
male 36.29%
Age - 45American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%
Asian 7.00%
Black or African American 14.00%
Hispanic or Latino 19.00%
White 57.00%
Genderfemale 47.00%
male 53.00%
Age - 45Stress level is very high
7.1 - high
Complexity level is advanced
7 - challenging
Work life balance is fair
6.4 - fair
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Skills Percentages Project Management 11.36% Program Management 6.69% PowerPoint 5.44% Public Health 4.59% Website Content 4.50% Complete relevant communications program manager training and internships
Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New communications program managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a communications program manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real communications program manager resumes.Research communications program manager duties and responsibilities
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Average communications program manager salary
The average communications program manager salary in the United States is $85,031 per year or $41 per hour. Communications program manager salaries range between $58,000 and $124,000 per year.
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marketing especially retailing products and or fundraising
Updated January 8, 2025
