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Yale Cancer Center

Director, Communications

New Haven, CT · On-site

$68 - $120.50/hr

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for New Haven Partnerships and Development, this individual will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the department's communications strategy ...

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How much do communications associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in Bridgeport, CT is $58,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,300.00 and $66,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a communications associate?

A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communications associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.

What are some common challenges a communications associate faces when managing internal and external messaging?

Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
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Infographic showing various Communications Associate job openings in Bridgeport, CT as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,820 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Strategic Communications Associate - Temporary

American Institute For Foreign Study

Stamford, CT • Hybrid

$20 - $25/hr

Temporary

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Strategic Communications Associate (Temporary, Part-Time)

Location: Hybrid (Stamford, CT; 1-2 days per week in office)
Department: Strategic Communications
Employment Type: Temporary, Part-Time
Expected Dates: September – December 31, 2026 (subject to change)

Reports to: VP, Strategic Communications
Compensation: $20 - $25 per hour

About Opportunity

The AIFS Abroad division is seeking to hire a temporary, part-time Strategic Communications Associate to support our Strategic Communications & Engagement team. This role provides hands-on experience to learn and synthesize program information with the goal of updating and maintaining web and print that supports partnership and engagement efforts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in international education, higher education administration, and study abroad programming to gain experience with a leading global education provider.

Strategic Communications Associate

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Auditing existing content in cloud-based document library.
  • Coordinating and organizing content within content library.
  • Entering data to support robust website and portal listings.
  • Maintaining content, assuring cohesion across platforms.
  • Supporting program proposals and information management.
  • Aiding with review of website content.
  • Communicating updates to line manager and team as required.

Qualifications

  • Associates degree or progress toward Bachelors degree required.
  • Minimum of one year of professional experience.
  • Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience studying, interning, working, or living abroad.
  • Experience in higher education, international education, or student services.

Why Join AIFS Abroad?  At AIFS Abroad, we help students and young professionals gain transformative international experiences. Join a collaborative, mission-driven team and gain valuable experience supporting programs that make a global impact.

How to Apply: Please complete the full application through the AIFS Careers website.

Equal Opportunity Employer: AIFS /AIFS Abroad provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

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