Careers in corporate communication are not limited; there are endless opportunities for success and growth within a corporate setting. Often while looking for a job, the term “corporate” may intimidate one due to the fact that most corporate jobs equal large corporations that have maintained their reputation and entering their teams may entail a large workload. Settings of corporate communication careers vary widely; however, the worldwide web is becoming one of the main channels for corporate communication.
A Corporate Communication Director is just one example of a career within the corporate communication realm. This position requires the understanding of the way communication is interpreted by individuals and in group settings through the study of theory and the nature of communication throughout history. While in this career, one will learn how to evaluate and do an analysis of communication, in print and orally. This career typically requires with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications Studies and can continue into the Master’s level. A person who has completed the required elements to become a Corporate Communication Director may also become a Public Relations Director, Advertising Director, Lease Negotiator, etc.
Public relations and corporate communication tie directly into each other in the aspect that corporate communication professionals deal with external public relations for the most part. Through brand exposure, public relations increase industries’ media personnel and journalists. While dealing with the public relations aspect, relationships are formed with key personnel to maximize the quality of the exposure.
In any career that deals with corporate communication, the person must have sound analytical skills and knowledge of the many theories of communication and be able to evaluate what is placed in front of them at any point in time.
Kelly Wiley