Responsibilities

• Acts as the key day-to-day point of contact and strategic lead for assigned clients.
• Implements strategic communication initiatives and programs
• Develops client work plans, plays critical role in the day-to-day management of timelines and deliverables
• Prepares initial versions of internal and client communications, prep for client calls, meetings, etc. while providing regular updates to senior management
• Understands environment in which client operates
• Fluent in media relations outreach strategies and tactics, including reporter relationship building, pitching, and interview staffing
• Experience developing media relations materials, including reporter briefings, press releases, and pitches
• Familiarity with third-party management and media placement
• Familiarity with AI platforms, like Claude.
• Develops a wide-range of error-proof communication materials such as memos, strategies, PowerPoint presentations, press releases, talking points, opinion editorials and speeches

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in communications role in an in-house or consultancy environment
• Journalism, communications, and/or public affairs experience on Capitol Hill or an Administration role desired
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in related field
• Experience implementing strategic communication programs
• Possess a range of media relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Developed or emerging business acumen
• Creative, energetic, detail-oriented and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit