The Associate is responsible for applying an analytical mindset to using software, including AI tools like ChatGPT, to support account teams with research, list management, coverage tracking, media relations, and other foundational communications activities.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leverages a variety of tools, including Asana, Microsoft 365 suite, ChatGPT, Muck Rack, Meltwater, etc.
• Learns the media industry for their assigned account
• Applies knowledge to tasks and shares insights within their team
• Develops soft skills such as time management and team collaboration
• Participates in team meetings
• Embodies INK’s values, particularly Energy (go the extra mile for our clients, colleagues, and craft) and Effectiveness (results that matter)
• Supports the Communications team and reports to senior manager or director level colleague
• Performs other related duties as required, including participating in INK’s professional development program

Skills and Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in PR or marketing, internships included
• Tech savvy with an interest in using a large mix of software tools
• Interest in technology and/or energy industries
• Excellent writing skills, clear communicator, detail oriented
• Ability to organize and manage tasks and priorities on multiple accounts
• Experience with or willingness to work on teams
• Desire to be coached and to learn and grow in a communications career
• Demonstrates strong work ethic and personal accountability

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment from our Austin or Denver offices
• Flexible PTO with guidelines, generous holiday schedule, and early close Fridays at 2 pm in your time zone
• Top-notch paid medical (INK pays 75%), dental, vision and life insurance which start the first of the month after hire date
• A 401(k) retirement plan with 3% matching
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Quarterly wellness stipend of $150
• Paid mobile phone service
• Quarterly volunteer days
• Bonus programs: new business, hiring referrals, annual tenure bonus
• Peer-to-peer rewards program
• Award-winning culture and supportive team environment that lives up to our mission of good work with good people makes for a good life

This position is available in Austin, Texas or Denver, CO (and surrounding cities)