Title: Public Relations Account Associate

About The Narrative Project

The Narrative Project is Connecticut’s only anti-racist communications agency, focused on equity, oriented to justice, and dedicated to providing high-quality public relations and full-service communications for mission-driven organizations throughout the state.

Through socially responsible communications consulting, The Narrative Project works to help emerging and established mission-driven organizations reach their diverse publics, build their image, further their mission, and achieve their goals.

We don’t have clients at The Narrative Project. We have partners.

Traditional consulting relationships are far too transactional. They don’t require the agency to understand the client’s audiences or stakeholders at a basic level; they don’t necessitate developing a true relationship between the client and consultant, and they lend themselves to the mistreatment of the consultant or a lack of work/life balance resulting in burnout.

We call the organizations we serve Partners, because 1) we work exclusively with mission-aligned organizations, 2) we take a collaborative approach to communications management, and 3) we expect our partners to adhere to our core values of community care when working with our team.

Job Description

The Account Associate will play an instrumental role in “keeping the wheels moving” within The Narrative Project, supporting company-wide communications strategies through the timely production of written and digital content. The Account Associate holds key responsibilities, acting as the backbone of our organization by keeping the team honest with timelines, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining communication with key media contacts, and drafting materials such as speeches, announcements, social media content, video scripts, etc.

In order to succeed, you need to have exceptional communication skills, obsessive attention to detail, and the ability to work on multiple projects with moving parts, meet deadlines, and stay cool under pressure. You must have a strong work ethic, a passion for economic, racial and social justice, and a desire and capacity to continuously learn.

Responsibilities

Create and deliver press releases, media relations content, case studies, white papers, newsletter content, social media content, etc.
Manage strategic communications for multiple clients, including at least three to four accounts
Perform fundamental public relations tasks, such as developing and editing high-quality media materials (e.g., press releases, briefing memos, media advisories, pitch sheets) and pitching and placing stories by and about clients in print, online, and broadcast outlets
Demonstrate tactical proficiency in media relations, including creating and driving outreach plans, message development, management of events and effective training of spokespersons on speeches and presentations
Collaborate on account teams for multiple clients
Pursue a professional development plan created in collaboration with your supervisor
Anticipate client needs, as well as internal team needs and assignments, on a daily basis
Monitor trends and changes in news media, social media, and in the political and nonprofit landscapes
Design and launch email marketing campaigns
Draft and copy-edit written materials
Proactively research and suggest content to support and reinforce the organization’s goals
Show initiative by taking on new projects and actively growing into new skill sets
Graphic design (as needed)
Social media (as needed)
Videography (as needed)
Photography (as needed)
This position may include other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Relevant college experience in agency work, or journalism, communications, public relations, or marketing and at least 2-4 years of work experience, or some combination of the aforementioned.

Dedication to dismantling harmful narratives surrounding race, ethnicity, privilege and power
Self-starting, propensity to take initiative with the ability to thrive within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Must have the ability to work collaboratively
Must have the ability to work independently
Familiarity with a variety of adobe programs, primarily Photoshop and InDesign a plus
Client-focused, energetic and detail-oriented

This position offers room to grow and is an exciting opportunity for any emerging communications professional with an interest in mission-driven, change communications.

Salary: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Hybrid Work Schedule: In Office Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Work Remote Tuesdays and Thursdays.

COVID-19 considerations:

All visitors to the office and employees who are not fully vaccinated and boosted are required to wear a face mask that covers their mouth and nose at all times. We follow a hybrid schedule to limit the amount of consecutive work days we spend in office.

To Apply:

Email your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in mission-driven, change communications and how you adopt the ideals of antiracism in your professional practice and personal routine to jobs@narrative-project.com. Please include your social media handles, LinkedIn account if applicable, and writing samples.

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