How to hire a corporate communications coordinator

How to hire a corporate communications coordinator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step corporate communications coordinator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a corporate communications coordinator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new corporate communications coordinator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your corporate communications coordinator job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a corporate communications coordinator for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect corporate communications coordinator also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of corporate communications coordinator salaries for various roles:

   Type of Corporate Communications Coordinator	Description	Hourly rate
   Corporate Communications Coordinator	Public relations specialists create and maintain a favorable public image for the organization they represent. They design media releases to shape public perception of their organization and to increase awareness of its work and goals.	$14-25
   Coordinator	Coordinators are responsible for liaising between the department they are assigned to and any other external party. They oversee projects or agreements... Show more	$12-29
   Media Coordinator	A media coordinator acts as a communications professional in charge of developing and implementing target communications and advertising for various media platforms. Media coordinators plan, implement, and monitor the social media strategy of an organization... Show more	$16-30

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • PowerPoint
   • Press Releases
   • Corporate Communications
   • External Communications
   • Expense Reports
   • SharePoint
   • Booking
   • Facebook
   • Event Planning
   • Corporate Events
   • Company Intranet
   • Travel Arrangements
   • Graphic Design
   • External Audiences

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   Responsibilities:

   • Co-developed regional, national and international trade show strategy including logistics, management, qualifying leads, communications and ROI tracking.
   • Implement requested updates to investor relations PowerPoint presentations.
   • Coordinate the distribution of weekly prizes to Facebook and annual photo contest winners as well as monthly magazine contest winners.
   • Design layout for advertisements, newsletters and PowerPoint presentations.
   • Monitor Facebook and various websites to ensure policy compliance and maximize the company's reputation management.
   • Coordinate development and implementation of intranet and Internet sites with web design staff and internal customers to coordinate with marketing campaigns.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your corporate communications coordinator job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A corporate communications coordinator salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, corporate communications coordinators' average salary in florida is 50% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level corporate communications coordinators earn 43% less than senior-level corporate communications coordinators.
   • Certifications. A corporate communications coordinator with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a corporate communications coordinator's salary.

   Average corporate communications coordinator salary

   $41,703yearly

   $20.05 hourly rate

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   Entry-level corporate communications coordinator salary

   $31,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 22, 2026

   Average corporate communications coordinator salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$52,086	$25
   2	New York	$51,042	$25
   3	Pennsylvania	$49,788	$24
   4	Ohio	$48,671	$23
   5	California	$48,301	$23
   6	Colorado	$47,418	$23
   7	Illinois	$44,521	$21
   8	Virginia	$43,402	$21
   9	Arizona	$43,382	$21
   10	North Carolina	$42,363	$20
   11	Arkansas	$41,712	$20
   12	Michigan	$38,412	$18
   13	Indiana	$36,877	$18
   14	Texas	$35,490	$17
   15	Minnesota	$34,553	$17
   16	Georgia	$34,486	$17
   17	Missouri	$34,044	$16
   18	Wisconsin	$33,556	$16
   19	Florida	$30,585	$15

   Average corporate communications coordinator salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	BNY Mellon	$84,639	$40.69	5
   2	Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County	$52,435	$25.21
   3	National Renewable Energy Laboratory	$51,589	$24.80
   4	Prime Healthcare	$51,519	$24.77	5
   5	CoBank	$50,597	$24.33
   6	Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory	$50,368	$24.22
   7	The Wild Center	$48,491	$23.31
   8	PLZ	$46,063	$22.15
   9	Anheuser-Busch	$45,195	$21.73	4
   10	The Wonderful Company	$45,048	$21.66	8
   11	Penguin Random House	$43,624	$20.97
   12	Publicis Health	$43,187	$20.76
   13	Tenet Healthcare	$43,075	$20.71	18
   14	Hired	$42,979	$20.66
   15	Banda Group International	$42,355	$20.36
   16	Sundance Institute	$42,291	$20.33
   17	Netflix	$42,046	$20.21	6
   18	Joerns Healthcare LLC	$41,840	$20.12
   19	AT&T	$41,814	$20.10	4
   20	SK Hynix	$41,767	$20.08	2

4. Writing a corporate communications coordinator job description

   A corporate communications coordinator job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a corporate communications coordinator job description:

   Corporate communications coordinator job description example

   Employees
   The majority of our employees will have flexibility that allows them to choose a predominantly remote, predominantly in-office, or hybrid setup. Our official in-office locations in the United States includes LA, NYC, Stamford, and Chicago, and we have several other states in which employees may work remotely if their role isn't one that requires them to be in or near the office. We value the health and safety of our people above all else, and our onsite attendance policies reflect that. If there is an on-site requirement for a role, it will be listed in the job description.
   
   For those employees who would like to utilize our offices, full vaccination for COVID-19 is required for physical presence in A+E Networks workplaces. While A+E Networks will consider reasonable
   accommodation requests regarding this policy in accordance with applicable law, such requests will not be considered until a conditional offer of employment is extended to a candidate. Applicants should not submit any medical or health information in connection with their application for employment.
   
   THE DIVISION'S STORY
   
   Here in Corporate Communications, we believe in the importance of personal touch, and we value every consumer and their experience with us equally. We are the wordsmiths, problem solvers and occasional fire wardens of our industry, charged with finding the right platform for the right story. Through our tenacity, charm and ability to work collaboratively, we play a defining role in influencing how our viewers, product consumers and employees perceive and interact with the A+E Networks brand.
   THE ROLE: Communications Coordinator, Corporate & International PR, A+E Networks
   
   A+E Networks has an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to break into the world of Corporate Communications in the Media industry. We are seeking a dynamic and eager Communications Coordinator to provide support (virtually or hybrid model) to the Corporate Communications and International Publicity departments for the global portfolio of A+E Networks across all platforms in the U.S. and around the world. A+E Networks' brands include A&E, The HISTORY Channel, Lifetime, LMN, and others. This role will expose the candidate to all aspects of internal and external communications and is a perfect stepping- stone to a career in public relations and corporate communications.
   
   MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO:
   Communications Coordinator/ Corporate & International:
   Help keep the team in sync by creating and maintaining essential team documents, like project trackers, calendars, corporate talking points, and press reports
   · Work with PR colleagues and EVP of Corporate Communications to create a weekly company-wide press communique
   · Establish and build relationships with press contacts and internal clients (Ad sales, Marketing, Distribution, teams, etc.) to anticipate, identify, and meet requests
   Build strong contacts in podcast press community and conduct regular outreach for podcast promotion.
   · Field asset requests from press outlets, channel partners and content distribution clients
   Assist in A+E awards submissions efforts Track/Compile/Distribute PR clips - breaking stories, recaps to teams, and manage weekly submissions for domestic/international 411 newsletter.
   · Provide logistical support for all press conferences, screenings, client events, set visits (arrange travel, interview requests and schedules for talent as it relates to press opportunities)
   · Lend help/Cover talent during publicity tours, appearances, press junkets, set visits, screenings and other events as needed
   · Handle periodic gift mailings
   Manage media subscriptions/renewals Track expense reports
   · Work with photography team to coordinate executive headshot shoots
   · Opportunity to learn and eventually lead PR efforts with FYI
   
   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
   The Corporate & Intl Communications Coordinator for A+E Networks will be immersed in all facets of a career in publicity by supporting the New York-based A+E Corporate Communications and A+E International Publicity Departments. From keeping tabs on the latest launches of international titles or details of an upcoming ad sales partnership, to arranging interviews with talent or developing relationships with key journalists, you'll learn what it takes to position our brands, businesses, and executives positively in the media and within the industry. This team and this role hold a unique position in the company because we work across the entire portfolio of brands and across all divisions; we know what's going on across all lines of business, and we work to ensure the stories we tell externally harmonize all messaging while building the reputation and brand equity of A+E Networks.
   
   YOUR STORY:
   · A great communicator - confident and building executive presence; able to relay information effectively, succinctly, and professionally via email, phone, and in-person.
   · A strong writer - able to present ideas effectively through meaningfully contributions to internal memo, press releases, etc. Familiarity with AP style guidelines a plus
   · Genuine interest in PR - viewing this opportunity as a stepping-stone for a desired career in publicity
   An organized, proactive multitasker who works well with others across all departmentsA proactive person who will learn to anticipate issues, solving them with aplomb, or knowing when to elevate and ask for help Quick responsiveness to both internal groups and external groups operating in different time zones
   · Positive, can-do nature and good sense of humor
   · Meticulous about details and excellent follow-through skills
   · Aware that the world of publicity is not a 9-5 job
   · Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under deadlines and pressure
   · Adaptable to shifting priorities without missing a beat
   Be able to interact with all levels of management, and different personalities in order to resolve any issues that arise with professionalism and a positive demeanor. BA/BS degree

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find corporate communications coordinators for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your corporate communications coordinator job on Zippia to find and attract quality corporate communications coordinator candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as pr news job board, pr council, prsa job center, hoojobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit corporate communications coordinators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new corporate communications coordinator

   Once you've found the corporate communications coordinator candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new corporate communications coordinator first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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