Communications Branding SME

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Communications Branding Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) with high-impact communications and branding efforts. This role sits at the intersection of strategic messaging, design, and executive engagement within a complex, enterprise-level IT program. You will help craft compelling narratives, shape the visual identity of key initiatives, and deliver clear, consistent communications across the defense intelligence enterprise.

As a trusted advisor to program leadership and the Communications Team, you will be instrumental in translating technical concepts into clear, audience-appropriate materials—elevating how the Program Office engages stakeholders both internally and across the broader DoD and IC communities. This is a highly collaborative, creative, and mission-critical position that combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Locations Available: Washington, DC or Reston, VA or Riverdale Park, MD

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently develop and present creative concepts that simplify complex technical topics for non-technical audiences.

• Ensure all communications and visual products meet established branding standards and resonate with executive and stakeholder audiences.

• Lead and collaborate on the creation and release of communication tools, including blog posts, instructional videos, apps, and guides.

• Oversee production of digital and print materials that align with project briefs and customer expectations.

• Craft tailored communication strategies leveraging executive voice, targeted messaging, and audience segmentation.

• Plan communication frequency, channels, and stakeholder coordination across the DIA, the defense intelligence enterprise, and the IC.

• Monitor multiple communications channels to identify and respond to requests for information.

• Partner closely with program leadership to drive branding, engagement, and information-sharing initiatives.