The Glen Echo Group, a creative communications firm with offices in Washington, D.C., Chicago, I.L. and Amsterdam, seeks an experienced communications professional to join our fast-growing, D.C.-based team. As one of the leading storytellers for the internet-enabled world, this role will combine passion, industry knowledge and creative communications expertise to tell the stories of innovation and how technology can move the world forward as a force for good.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and work every day with the leading brands and innovators of the new economy. Our ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing successful media relations campaigns and a background in technology and/or cybersecurity policy. This person should be a strong team player with a demonstrated commitment to client service, as well as an excellent track record in creating and executing on integrated communications campaigns.
Role location: This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. The Glen Echo Group staff is in-office 2 days per week.
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Serve as the day-to-day client manager, core team member and communications lead across a variety of clients
- Develop media strategies and collateral materials and execute across a variety of media platforms; build and cultivate trusted relationships across media platforms; interact and earn coverage from key press
- Manage projects and campaigns, set and manage deadlines and budgets and employ best-of-class communications and measurement tools
- Understand digital and content marketing channels and employ excellent written and creative communications skills to create and deliver compelling and persuasive content
- Demonstrate knowledge of best-in-class industry tools for client service, including data and analytics, social tools and metrics and business and industry development
Essential skills:
- 7+ years of of communications experience, including the ability to translate complex issues into simple and compelling communications campaigns
- Strong project manager with the ability to juggle multiple clients and deliver results in fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Strong media relationships and networks, excellent writing skills and utilization of best-in-class communications tools
- Background and interest in internet and technology issues, particularly cybersecurity; expertise in crafting and executing integrated public affairs campaigns
- Ability to identify and counsel on emerging issues, respond to urgent client requests and navigate a constant and challenging media environment
- Ability to contribute to new business efforts and growth of existing clients
- Has a strong attention to detail, enthusiasm, creativity and professionalism, a desire to work hard in a fast-paced environment and be part of an extraordinary group of people
Note: Interested in this role but it's not quite the right match? Applicants who meet some but not all or exceed the above criteria are still encouraged to apply. We are eager to speak with candidates with diverse backgrounds and can assess role leveling on an individual basis.
WORKING AT GLEN ECHO GROUP
Compensation philosophy: Glen Echo Group offers competitive industry rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals. We regularly review and adjust our compensation structure as needed to ensure equity across teams and levels.
Salary range (commensurate with experience and skills): $97,000-$134,000
Directors are eligible for end of year bonuses based on firm, team and individual performance.
The Glen Echo Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of the organization thereby creating a culture that allows us to better serve our clientele, our employees and our communities. We value and encourage the contributions of our employees and strive to create an environment where everyone can reach their full potential and drive outstanding results. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.