Senior Digital Communications Lead

This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.

ABOUT:

THE POSITION The Senior Digital Communications Specialist is a key internal communications leader responsible for delivering dynamic, digital‑first content that keeps employees informed, connected, and engaged. This role requires deep knowledge of digital platforms, modern communication tools, analytics, and emerging channels to effectively reach a global, multifaceted workforce.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Develop, curate, and publish digital content across internal channels—including intranet, email platforms, video, interactive media, and social‑style employee engagement tools.

• Lead digitally driven communication campaigns that fuel employee engagement, improve access to information, and strengthen connectivity across global teams.

Translate complex initiatives into compelling digital stories that reflect organizational priorities and enhance the employee

experience:

Leverage a range of digital media formats—video, short‑form content, audio, infographics, interactive modules—to meet employees where they are and drive measurable engagement.

• Identify and apply digital communication best practices, including channel strategy, UX/IA considerations, analytics, personalization, and content lifecycle management.

Partner cross‑functionally with other departments to ensure alignment and digital adoption across the enterprise. YOU ARE An exceptional digital communicator—skilled at crafting clear, concise messages for multiple platforms and audiences. Comfortable working in fast‑paced, highly digital environments with shifting priorities and tech‑enabled workflows.

A collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in cross‑functional teams and can influence stakeholders at all levels. YOU HAVE A bachelor’s degree 5–8 years of

experience:

in digital communications, digital content production, or internal communications with a strong technology orientation.

• Demonstrated expertise with digital tools, content management systems, analytics dashboards, and multimedia editing applications.

Experience:

creating cross‑channel digital campaigns with a data‑driven approach to evaluating performance and continuously improving content. Strong initiative and the ability to translate insights, trends, and platform metrics into actionable recommendations. Cross‑cultural awareness and

experience:

• supporting global audiences across varied digital landscapes.

Creative problem‑solving abilities with a strong grasp of user‑centered content design and modern storytelling formats. Advanced skill with tools such as PowerPoint, Miro, and Axios HQ; plus proficiency in video editing, lightweight design, and digital publishing workflows. The ability to communicate clearly with VPs, Directors, Product Managers, technology teams, and global business partners—adapting content and formats to suit each audience.

A high tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to manage multiple digital projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously. #LI -JC1 This job

description:

is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and

responsibilities:

, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal

opportunity:

employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a

benefits:

package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community.

Benefits:

that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services).

In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness

benefits:

, employee discounts and a generous time off program available. If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested. Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment.

Our four primary brands — Columbia®, Mountain Hardwear®, SOREL® and prAna® — complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more

about:

our family of brands here.