Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Forge is a global solutions provider. We are a proud, certified woman-owned, service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (WOSB, SDVOSB) ignited to redefine the traditional GovCon mold, deliver innovations, and elevate collective impact. We are known as international problem fixers who only pursue work where we can truly make a difference. We are deeply integrated members of trusted client communities, energized and honored to be partners in questioning and solving human challenges across the world.

Forge strikes a precise balance between empowering autonomy and emphasizing the necessity of being part of a connected network of people and initiatives. It's led to a new echelon of collective excellence- one that continues to lead to monumental growth - and built a dream team of top-tier, collaborative, 'get-it-done' experts.

Our culture is everything. People come first. Our culture is built around a diverse group of employees empowered to think in different directions, a leadership team that trusts employees to lean in to unique greatness, and an operations team that deploys programs to support employee well-being and growth - both personally and professionally. We treat Forge like a co-op in which the input of staff drives corporate action.

With a 93% retention rate, it's evident that once we hire great people, we keep them. We're rated #2 Best Medium Business in all of Virginia, and we are a multi-year, multi-award winner of the Fortune® Magazine Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services, Best Medium Workplaces, and Best Workplaces for Parents. Based on employee feedback and independent analysis, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work six years in a row. In addition to recognition for top workplace culture, our growth ranked us on the 2024 and 2025 Inc. Magazine 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing Companies in America, and the Women Presidents Organization (WPO) and J.P. Morgan Chase named us one of 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies nationally. But most importantly, we're proud to be a company that puts people first.

The future of Forge is exciting and evolving - as capability and community remain the battle rhythm sustaining transformative success. We're searching for those who want to work hard, play hard, give back, and enjoy life. If this resonates with you, then come make a difference at Forge.

Requirement: Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Job Description:

We're looking for a sharp, self-directed Marketing & Communications Coordinator to support the day-to-day execution of our marketing and content operations. This is a hands-on role - you'll write, design, publish, edit, coordinate, and track. You'll work directly with senior leadership in a lean team, which means real ownership and real visibility from day one.

This role carries responsibility for how we show up in the world. You'll support brand consistency, message clarity, and professional reputation across every channel we touch - and most importantly, how our story and our culture are received by our staff. This role requires creative thinking, practiced organizational skills, and the right personality to build cross-functional relationships within a fast-moving firm that manages complex solutions.

Key Responsibilities: Key responsibilities of the candidate will be (but aren't limited to):

Content & Copywriting

• Draft, edit, and publish written communications: emails, public statements, online articles, website posts, internal announcements, and social copy
• Maintain brand voice consistency across all written touchpoints
• Proofread and quality-check all outgoing communications before distribution

• Create on-brand graphics and marketing assets using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and AI-assisted platforms.
• Support production of digital and print materials: social graphics, email headers, one-pagers, briefings, leave-behind materials.
• Resize and optimize assets across formats and platforms
• Turn a long-form document or complex topic into a single visual - an infographic, graphic, or image that tells the story at a glance and leaves an impression

• Manage content calendar and post scheduling across LinkedIn, and the corporate website
• Track engagement metrics and flag trends or opportunities to the Senior Director
• Update and maintain the content of the website to include updated data points and corporate information
• Monitor job boards and employer review websites.

• Support solution-focused content development and execution and coordinate cross-functional inputs
• Maintain organized asset libraries and content archives
• Assist with vendor and agency coordination as needed
• Support production of Business Development Material to include editing and content development for Proposals, White papers, and Pitch Briefs.

• Own and enforce the brand style guide across all materials (tone, visuals, logo usage, and messaging)
• Review outgoing communications and assets before they go out; flag and correct anything off-brand
• Ensure external-facing communication clearly reflects who we are, what we do, and how we're different
• Support the MARCOM in protecting our key messages, positioning, and company narrative
• Monitor brand mentions and act as a quality filter
• Proactively find opportunities to grow brand visibility and maintain a consistent presence across all active channels

• Research and identify relevant industry awards, "best of" lists, rankings, and recognition programs the firm should be considered for
• Own the submissions process end-to-end: gathering supporting materials, writing nomination copy, and meeting deadlines
• Track submission calendars and build a running pipeline of upcoming opportunities across the year
• Identify speaking opportunities, editorial placements, and thought leadership platforms that align with the firm's positioning
• Maintain a record of submissions, outcomes, and follow-up actions to build a stronger program year over year

• US Citizen
• 3-5 years in communications, Government Contracting Business Development, or content creation in a Federal or International Business Role
• Strong written English
• Proficiency in content creation platforms, including Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), Canva, and PowerPoint
• Hands-on experience with social media management (for business) tools (e.g., LinkedIn)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously without dropping balls
• Able to take complex or technical ideas, ask the right questions, and translate them into clear, compelling copy tailored to each audience
• You're genuinely curious - about the industry, the firm, and the people we're trying to reach.
• Comfortable working directly with senior leadership across divisions

• Experience in Government Contracting Proposal Development, and with Acquisition Vehicles
• Familiarity with AI-assist marketing, design, and editing platforms
• Basic video editing or motion graphics skills
• Experience building or maintaining a brand style guide

• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism- Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
• Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, type, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Work Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

• Complete Flextime
• 401k With Employer Matching
• Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
• Supplementary healthcare and family support
• Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends
• Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
• College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
• Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
• Employee Referral Awards
• Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Sabbatical