Associate, Strategic Communications, National Security

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and media audits for client teams
• Develop draft communications materials, including press releases, talking points, social media content, fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, and other collateral for distribution to clients, media, and other external audiences
• Build and maintain media lists
• Execute social media content calendars
• Develop a deep understanding of the issues relevant to your clients
• Support account teams through preparation of call and meeting agendas and facilitate internal follow-up for deliverables
• Support new business efforts
• Leverage AI tools to support client teams

Requirements

• 1+ year experience in a communications role in government, at an agency, in-house, or on a political campaign with experience in media relations, media strategy, project management, and content development
• Possess excellent verbal and writing skills and is detail-oriented
• Have excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines, focusing on detail and precision in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Creative, strategic thinker
• Goal-oriented team player focused on adding value, deepening knowledge, and increasing efficiencies
• Curious about all types of issues and industries
• Eager to learn

Benefits

• annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance and that of the firm
• commissions
• robust medical, dental, and vision plans with employer HSA contributions
• generous retirement matching
• educational assistance
• professional development assistance
• unlimited time off
• and other benefits