Responsibilities

• Account & Project Coordination: Contribute to multiple client projects simultaneously, providing essential client service administration support (e.g., handling scheduling, logistics, developing timelines, preparing notes, and drafting follow-up actions) while keeping senior leaders informed of project status.
• Media Relations: Identify and build relationships with key reporters across national, trade, local, and emerging outlets.
• Content Development: Draft and develop high-quality internal and external messaging, including press releases, media pitches, and targeted media lists.
• Research & Insights: Conduct thorough research and analysis on social impact trends, business opportunities, and policy/social developments. You will also compile and analyze client and competitor media coverage.
• Strategic Support: Support the creation and execution of creative communications strategies that effectively meet and exceed client objectives.
• Growth & New Business: Actively participate in new business efforts by contributing to research and drafting proposals.
• Relationship Building: Foster and build strong, trusted relationships with both clients and internal colleagues.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or public affairs (ideally within an agency, nonprofit, government, Capitol Hill, Executive Branch, political campaign, or media setting).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

Preferred

• Subject Matter Passion: A strong background, interest in, and understanding of environmental sustainability, social impact, public affairs, and current events (including political or social issues).
• Communication & Precision: Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Agility & Task Management: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, deliver quality work on a deadline, and adapt seamlessly to change.
• Future-Forward Mindset: An interest in continued learning opportunities and a proactive desire to leverage AI to drive communications objectives.
• Drive & Initiative: A strong work ethic with a resilient, solutions-oriented mindset.