BME Strategies Is Hiring a Remote Senior Consultant, Communications Strategy & Design | Earn Up to $120,640 Per Year

Communications professionals with expertise in creative strategy, design, and public health have an exciting opportunity to join BME Strategies as a Senior Consultant, Communications Strategy & Design. This fully remote U.S.-based position offers the chance to lead high-impact communications projects that help government agencies and public health organizations improve community engagement and advance health equity.

With a competitive annual salary of $87,360–$120,640, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, this role is ideal for experienced consultants who excel at translating complex information into compelling visual and written communications.

About BME Strategies

Founded in 2004, BME Strategies is a Massachusetts-based consulting firm specializing in designing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs. The organization partners with local, regional, and state governments to develop evidence-based, community-centered solutions that strengthen public health systems and improve health outcomes.

Known for long-term client partnerships, BME Strategies values collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and equity while helping public agencies address evolving public health challenges.

About the Role

Reporting to the Managing Consultant for Strategic Communications, the Senior Consultant serves as BME’s lead expert in communications strategy and creative design.

The successful candidate will advise government and public-sector clients on communication planning, visual storytelling, branding, and audience engagement while leading projects from concept through implementation.

This position is ideal for professionals who combine strategic thinking with exceptional creative and design skills.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Consultant will lead communications initiatives by:

• Advising clients on strategic communications and messaging
• Developing communication plans and audience engagement strategies
• Facilitating workshops, presentations, and stakeholder meetings
• Creating messaging frameworks and visual identity systems
• Translating technical public health information into accessible communications
• Managing the design and production of reports, presentations, infographics, and campaign materials
• Maintaining high creative and brand standards across projects
• Leading proposal development and supporting business growth opportunities
• Monitoring communication effectiveness using performance metrics
• Identifying emerging communications and design trends relevant to public health

The role also contributes to internal marketing initiatives when additional support is required.

Client Leadership

A major aspect of the position involves serving as a trusted advisor to public-sector clients.

Responsibilities include:

• Building strong client relationships
• Managing multiple consulting projects simultaneously
• Leading project planning and execution
• Delivering presentations and facilitating discussions
• Providing creative leadership throughout project lifecycles
• Collaborating with consulting and business development teams

The successful candidate must be comfortable navigating evolving client priorities while consistently delivering high-quality work.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field
• At least six years of experience in communications strategy, creative consulting, or design leadership
• Minimum five years of client-facing experience
• At least two years leading consulting or project teams
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative excellence across digital and print media
• Outstanding writing, editing, and visual storytelling abilities
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or similar design software
• Familiarity with collaboration platforms including Google Workspace, Canva, and Figma

A portfolio is required as part of the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience will stand out:

• Master’s degree in a related discipline
• Public health or government communications
• Health equity initiatives
• Motion graphics and multimedia production
• AI-assisted creative workflows
• Team leadership and people management

Salary and Benefits

BME Strategies offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Annual salary ranging from $87,360 to $120,640
• More than six weeks of combined paid leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• One-time technology stipend
• Professional development opportunities
• Career advancement support

New hires are generally placed between the minimum salary and the midpoint of the salary range based on experience and internal equity.

Remote Work Environment

This is a full-time, fully remote position available to candidates located within the United States.

Although primarily home-based, occasional travel may be required for:

• Client meetings
• Conferences
• Professional events
• Project-related engagements

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is well suited for experienced communications professionals who enjoy solving complex challenges through creative storytelling and strategic design.

Ideal candidates are:

• Strategic thinkers
• Excellent communicators
• Skilled visual storytellers
• Organized project managers
• Comfortable leading client engagements
• Passionate about advancing public health and health equity

Professionals with consulting experience and a strong design portfolio will be especially competitive.

Application Information

Interested applicants should complete the online application and submit all required materials, including a professional portfolio showcasing relevant communications and design work.

BME Strategies notes that only candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will be contacted due to the anticipated high volume of applications.

The organization is unable to sponsor employment visas for this position.

For experienced communications consultants seeking a meaningful remote career, this opportunity offers the chance to influence public health initiatives while working with government partners to create accessible, impactful communications that improve communities across the United States.

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