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Precision · 1 month ago

Associate, Strategic Comms/Communication Focused

NY, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$58K/yr - $60K/yr

1+ years exp

Precision is an award-winning integrated strategy and marketing agency based in Washington, DC and New York, NY. They are seeking an Associate to join their Strategic Communications team, responsible for executing communication strategies for a diverse range of clients, including corporate leaders and advocacy groups.

AdvertisingMarketingPublic Relations

Responsibilities

Assist client leads with administrative components of account (e.g. agenda, notes, clips, project tracking)

Able to support projects and work streams, taking ownership of defined tasks and contributing to team deliverables

Develop high-quality first draft of communication materials, including press releases, pitches, opeds or other thought leadership

Constantly monitors and stays current on broad media industry trends, emerging platforms, and the evolving media landscape

Assist in media relations efforts, including compiling media lists, pitching reporters, tracking coverage, and coordinating interview logistics

Research and drafts clear, compelling messaging and narratives that demonstrates an understanding of the client's vision

Engages across teams and works respectfully and effectively with others

Communicates effectively in 1:1 or small groups and can deliver presentations to small internal audiences

Contributes to team learning by sharing knowledge with peers and supporting new team members

Provides direction to interns as needed

Owns assigned tasks (e.g. updates trackers, meets deadlines without reminders, organizes documents for team sharing, and understands how work ladders up to the larger goal)

Meets deadlines set by client lead

Drafts content (e.g. presentations, emails, client material, social content, and/or presentations) with little to no writing errors

Seeks feedback and incorporates it into written work

Knows resources to use when gathering information and is resourceful in finding answers on their own

Conducts research to support problem-solving and strategic goals, knowing when to escalate issues

Qualification

Content DevelopmentMedia EngagementStrategic MessagingResearch SkillsProject ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaborationCreativity

Required

1+ year of experience in a communications role either in-house, agency, political campaign, government or consultancy environment. Internship experience considered

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A strong interest in the media and corporate, advocacy and political campaigns, experience in press relations, message development and strategic planning

Creativity, energy, detail-orientation, and an entrepreneurial spirit