How much does a Senior Communications Manager make in Atlanta, GA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Senior Communications Manager in Atlanta, GA is $115,414. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $93,186 to a high of $140,032, with most professionals earning between $103,779 and $128,300.

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Senior Communications Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $93,186 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $103,779 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $115,414 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $128,300 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $140,032 Atlanta,GA April 01, 2025
25% $103,779 10% $93,186 90% $140,032 75% $128,300 $115,414 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Senior Communications Manager ?

Director of communications is a position in both the private and public sectors. A director of communications is responsible for managing and directing an organization's internal and external communications. Directors of communications supervise public relations staff, create communication strategies, and may serve as the key spokesperson and media contact for the organization. A director of communications may also be called a public relations manager, communications director, or press secretary. The director of communications usually reports directly to a CXO, including a chief communicatio...

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    Communications Representative V

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Communications Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Communications Director


    Bachelor's Degree

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