Communications coordinators manage an organization's marketing communications both inside and outside of the business. Their primary responsibility is to keep a company image with employees as well as with the general public, outside of the company. They usually work with the communications manager in order to develop and implement projects, develop marketing materials as well as coordinate events and follow the guidelines established by the business.
This kind of work typically is performed in a highly volatile and stressful work environment. This implies that the communications coordinator has to be able to function in a fast-paced work environment and manage a huge amount of work. Additionally, communications coordinators need to have exceptional writing and verbal communication skills and be able to manage the pressure while maintaining an optimistic attitude and possess outstanding customer service abilities. They should be able to manage conflicts in a professional way and be able to keep track on their projects with little or little supervision.
Communications coordinators usually require an undergraduate degree in communications or public relations, or in a related field. A background in communications is often preferred.