• Provide research, help plan and develop comprehensive communication programs

• Write and edit a variety of client materials (e.g., strategic memos, press releases, presentations, emails, media reports, media pitches, social media posts and content, etc.) under the direction of senior team members

• Prepare daily media monitoring reports

• Assist with ongoing program measurement and progress report development

• Research appropriate target media for clients, and develop and maintain media lists

• Develop and evaluate appropriate editorial calendar opportunities

• Address client issues thoughtfully and effectively

• Assist in successfully growing existing accounts

• Contribute to the professional development and performance review process for interns, as needed

Client Delivery

• Demonstrate an understanding of client information, including business strategy, services, stakeholders and competitive landscape

• Execute communication program activities for a variety of clients simultaneously

• Deliver high-quality work focused on client needs

• Create client-ready deliverables in a timely and efficient manner

• Identify resource needs and work with managers to assign individual responsibilities

• Support billing procedures to ensure timely and accurate delivery of client invoices

Business Development

• Support relationships with clients

• Work with managers to help clients assess their program needs

• Participate in generating new business proposals and presentations

Practice Leadership

• Consistently seek ways to improve client service

• Support the development, production and marketing of thought leadership surrounding emerging trends and issues

SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A solid grasp of communications, including traditional media relations experience, as well as digital and social media program management experience

• Possess superior research, public policy, writing, editing skills and oral presentation skills

• Solid experience with popular blogging tools, publishing software and other social media platforms (i.e., Twitter)

• Strong time and priority management skills and an ability to effectively juggle multiple client projects

• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, deadline-oriented dynamic environment with regular change

• Service-oriented attitude

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Understanding of Associated Press Style Guidelines

• A high level of integrity and sensitivity to confidential information

• A strong work ethic and an ability to be a self-starter

• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and Word

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably communications or related field

• 1 year of communications agency and/or state/federal government experience—Capitol Hill experience desired