Associate, Public Affairs
We are seeking an Associate to serve in a key support role working on the day-to-day operations of a diverse array of client accounts.
WHO YOU ARE
A strategic and creative thinker that can quickly understand and analyze complex challenges.
A constant innovator who prefers change and progress over routine.
Is inspired to make a change in the world through storytelling.
Thrives in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.
WHAT YOULL DO
Support day-to-day client interaction and strategy implementation for a portfolio of clients;
Develop compelling content, such as website copy, social media posts, stakeholder communications, presentations, reports, memos, letters to the editor, and op-eds;
Oversee market research projects, including, but not limited to: (1) creating and/or updating existing stakeholder, influencer and media lists by identifying new and relevant contacts, (2) media activity reports using in-house monitoring tools, and (3) social media sentiment analysis reports;
Develop and execute innovative digital advertising strategies;
Collaborate with managers and designers to develop compelling content and creative products;
Manage timelines, budgets, vendors and personnel for a fast-paced office in highly organized and efficient fashion;
Contribute to creative brainstorming;
Manage Fellows on large projects;
Distill critical data points and narratives through research;
Implement public affairs and public relations campaigns for corporations, advocacy groups and non-profits; and
Assist in the proposal writing process.
Qualifications & Requirements
YOUR EXPERIENCE
As a qualified candidate, you have experience in all areas below:
1-3 years of work experience related to media relations, communications, and/or digital and social media strategy;
Demonstrated ability to leverage social media platforms (Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.), and knowledge/interest in social media trends;
Basic knowledge of digital advertising;
Ability to communicate professionally this role will include interfacing with clients, media and other external audiences, in addition to colleagues;
Excellent writing, editing, research and presentation skills; and
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook)
As an exceptional candidate, you possess many of the following attributes:
Political campaign, governmental and/or PR agency experience;
Intellectual curiosity about policy issues, business and media and where the three intersect;
Hands-on digital advertising experience is a plus;
Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail;
A proven track record of successfully completing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Candidates need not possess every attribute listed above to qualify for a role. If you identify with this profile but dont quite meet all of the criteria we strongly encourage you to apply to joining our winning team!
