Strategic Communications Associate Job at Narrative Strategies (Washington)

Associate, Strategic Communications

In this role you will assist in developing the communications strategy for publi...

Location

United States , Washington, District of Columbia

Salary:

64000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Year

Bully Pulpit International

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of public affairs, strategic communications or public relations experience, preferably in a communications agency, nonprofit, political or corporate communications setting
Exceptional presentation, writing and analytical skills and the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight timelines
Proven project management experience

Job Responsibility

Support client engagements and assist with day-to-day account activities under the guidance of senior team members
Contribute to strategy execution by helping ensure projects stay on track, timelines are met, and all plans ladder back up to broader goals
Assist in coordinating deliverables and reviewing work products to support quality and timeliness
Participate in client meetings as appropriate and help prepare materials for key engagement moments
Work collaboratively with cross functional team members to manage assigned tasks and workloads
Support teammates in meeting client objectives and project goals on a day-to-day basis, while being open to feedback and professional development opportunities
Assist in drafting and executing communications plans across earned, owned, events, and stakeholder engagement channels
Support media outreach efforts, including pitching stories and tracking coverage, and help maintain media lists and reporter research
Contribute to the development of owned and social content to ensure alignment with broader campaign efforts
Draft and edit written materials such as briefing documents, press releases, advisories, blog posts, and social content

What we offer

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
generous time off for vacation
$50 monthly phone reimbursement
unlimited sick time
16 weeks of paid leave for new parents

Fulltime

Associate Director, Strategic Communications

Bully Pulpit International is an outcomes agency made up of strategists, data sc...

Location

United States , Washington, District of Columbia

Salary:

90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Year

Bully Pulpit International

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of public affairs, strategic communications or public relations experience, preferably in a communications agency, nonprofit, political or corporate communications setting
Exceptional presentation, writing, and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight timelines
Comfortable discussing strategy and recommendations in real-time with senior-level audiences
Proven project management experience, including overseeing a team managing deliverables for multiple clients

Job Responsibility

Serving as a deputy client lead, managing efforts from ideation to completion
this could include internal and external functions such as reviewing work product, running a meeting, or presenting updates or results
Proactively developing earned and owned campaign ideas for clients, while also managing staff to successfully contribute and support
Serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership by monitoring developments in key client issue areas and flagging opportunities for further client engagement
Independently managing earned media campaigns to develop and distribute compelling messages leveraging the media and event strategies
Crafting effective messages and overseeing the development of high-quality written deliverables, such as press releases, blog posts, op-eds, social media content, client memos and presentations, often under tight timelines
Providing input to the creation of editorial calendars to guide a client’s communications strategy
Shepherding efforts across our service teams, coordinating with designers, direct marketers, media planners, and client managers to provide impactful campaigns for our clients
Participating in business development activities including writing proposals and developing pitch decks to address the needs of potential clients
Managing other communications team members, providing direction, support, and coaching on their work product

What we offer

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
generous time off for vacation
$50 monthly phone reimbursement
unlimited sick time
16 weeks of paid leave for new parents

Fulltime

Senior Communications Associate

Senior Associate, Senior Communications Associate (Work From Home). Are you look...

Location

United States , Richmond; Las Vegas; Salt Lake City; Wilmington; Chesapeake; Phoenix; Columbus; Tampa

Salary:

80800.00 - 92200.00 USD / Year

Capital One

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification
At least 2 years of communications, marketing, or technical writing experience
Secure home office environment free from background noise and distractions
Reliable private internet connection not supplied via cellular data or hotspot
Private network that is password protected
Internet service provided by Cable or Fiber Internet Service Providers (ISP)
Maintain a minimum of 100 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload speed
Must live within 100 mile radius of one of the specified zip codes (excluding CA)
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders and partners

Job Responsibility

Ownership of strategic projects within the department and involving business stakeholders/customers
Acting as content subject matter expert and leader within the department
Writing, editing and optimizing performance support content
Working with management team to develop strategic direction of the team
Identifying solutions for process and content weaknesses

What we offer

Performance based incentive compensation
Comprehensive health, financial and other benefits

Fulltime

Portfolio Brand Communications, Associate Manager

Overview This isn't a one-brand role. It's an entire pantry—filled with brands ...

Location

United States , Plano; Purchase; Chicago

Salary:

93500.00 - 156450.00 USD / Year

Pepsico

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, preferably in Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations
5-7 years of progressive PR experience managing brand and/or portfolio communications within a fast-moving consumer goods environment
Proven experience leading earned media programs end-to-end, including narrative development, pitching, spokesperson preparation, and live execution
Demonstrated success delivering integrated, high-visibility PR programs such as major launches, brand campaigns, or culturally relevant moments
Strong media relations expertise, including story mining, strategic media planning, and pitching top-tier national, consumer, and trade media
Exceptional storytelling and messaging skills, with the ability to translate business, marketing, and portfolio priorities into media-relevant narratives
Demonstrated ability to think strategically across multiple brands or business priorities and translate complexity into clear, compelling stories
Demonstrated expertise in influencer, talent, and partnership programming with strong understanding of brand safety and governance protocols
Sharp news judgment and creative instinct, with the confidence to push back when ideas lack earned-media potential
Proven ability to manage multiple fast-moving workstreams and tight timelines while maintaining quality and rigor

Job Responsibility

Serve as the primary communications advisor to PFUS marketing teams, providing portfolio-level and executive communications counsel aligned to PFUS business priorities
Lead earned-first communications planning across assigned brands and portfolio platforms, identifying white-space opportunities and developing proactive storylines that drive cultural relevance and brand equity
Build and execute communications plans that leverage creative ideas, earned media, and influencers to support new campaigns, innovation launches, and PFUS growth priorities
Act as the day-to-day PR lead, making informed decisions on messaging, spokesperson strategy, and media engagement, with oversight from senior leadership
Build and steward strong media relationships
story-mine, pitch, and secure coverage with top-tier national, consumer, and trade outlets across brand and portfolio narratives
Plan and execute high-impact media moments and executive engagements, including launches, events, and visibility opportunities
Serve as the primary point of contact for PR agencies, setting strategic direction, elevating creative output, and holding partners accountable for results, rigor, speed, and disciplined budget management
Oversee review of external-facing social, influencer, partnership, and sponsorship content, applying strong judgment to identify and mitigate reputational risk
Support crisis and issues communications as needed, contributing sound judgment, scenario planning, and executional discipline

What we offer

Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out annually
Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life)
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Fulltime

Strategic Communications Manager

Narrative seeks a Strategic Communications Manager to join our dynamic team of c...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Year

Narrative Strategies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in politics, public affairs, traditional communications, or public relations
Exceptional writing, analytical, research, editing, and presentation skills
Must excel in a fast-paced environment
Ability to combine critical thinking and creativity in formulating strategies
Comfortable managing teammates and workflow
Working knowledge of Washington, issues management, and policy experience is a plus

Job Responsibility

Serve on several highly integrated, client-facing account teams focused on a wide variety of issue areas, including healthcare, tech, financial services, energy, and more
Multi-faceted research
Writing op-eds, press releases, talking points, and strategic memos
Pitching reporters and producers
Producing creative content and other collateral
Managing client relationships, product workflow, and approval processes
Supportive to more senior teammates
Serving as a leader and resource to Associates and Interns
Contributing to Narrative’s collaborative and team-first work environment

What we offer

Health insurance
Competitive 401k matching program
Work from home flexibility on Fridays and around major holidays

Fulltime

Strategic Associate

The Office of the President is seeking a Strategic Associate to operate as a dir...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

60000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Year

Cella

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in consulting, marketing, sales operations, or a similarly dynamic hybrid role
Exceptional writing skills with the ability to adopt and maintain a leadership voice across formats
Excellent communication skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
the ability to pick up on nuances of client interaction and communications
Advanced proficiency in Google Slides with a refined sense of layout, branding, and visual storytelling
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced sales environment
Experience working directly with senior leadership and the judgment to handle sensitive information
A natural bias toward action-you finish one task and immediately identify the next
A "doer" mentality with the persistence to own workstreams end-to-end with minimal oversight
A high-output, low-ego approach to work, seeking world-class mentorship and a long-term career springboard

Job Responsibility

Partnership, Sales & Growth Operations (50%): collaborating with the President on strategic initiatives, including marketing, sales/partnership operations, demand generation, reporting, and salesforce/team alignment
Support the development and management of firmwide revenue initiatives by evaluating current sales activities and directly prospecting new business opportunities informed by market trends and internal analysis
Strengthen data utilization and engagement efficiency by researching emerging tools and capabilities, with a particular focus on AI utilization
Prepare briefs, insights, and research summaries to ensure the President is fully prepared for internal and external prospect meetings, pitches, and proposals
Support meeting and report preparation for client meetings, weekly/quarterly team briefs, and executive sessions
Marketing, Content Creation & Executive Communications (30%): Draft long-form articles, social content, and personalized client pitches that reflect the President's voice and strategic intent
Manage meeting follow-ups and ensure information flows cleanly to the right stakeholders
Develop high-impact presentations that distill complex ideas into clear, compelling executive narratives
Support executive communications, including messaging, email drafts, and internal updates
Executive Operations & Strategic Initiatives (20%): Lead and independently own special projects, ensuring alignment across Sales, Events, Marketing, and Operations

What we offer

medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan

Fulltime

Senior Financial Associate, Strategic Initiatives

GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software...

Location

United States , West Palm Beach

Salary:

120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Year

GoodLeap

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field
5–7+ years of experience in finance, financial planning & analysis, or capital markets, preferably within credit card, fintech, or financial services
Strong financial modeling skills with demonstrated experience building and maintaining complex multi-variable models for forecasting, scenario analysis, and portfolio performance
Experience with financial planning and analysis functions including budget planning, variance analysis, and executive reporting
proven ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
Experience managing institutional relationships — including bank partners, investors, or rating agencies — with demonstrated ability to manage reporting calendars, respond to requests under time pressure, and maintain credible, professional relationships
Excellent communication and presentation skills
able to distill complex financial information into clear executive-level narratives and maintain high-quality written deliverables for external bank partners
Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in ambiguity
energized by building processes and financial infrastructure from the ground up in a fast-moving startup-like environment

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for executive leadership, covering revenue, cost of funds, credit losses, and operating expenses across the credit card portfolio
Conduct actual-vs.-projected variance analysis to identify performance drivers, communicate findings and recommend corrective actions or strategic adjustments
Develop and maintain financial models to forecast card portfolio performance, including spend volumes, interchange revenue, net interest income, and credit loss trajectories
Identify opportunities to optimize the cost structure of the card program, including issuing bank fees, processing costs, and credit loss reserves, and propose changes to drive margin improvement
Manage vendor financial relationships to drive further margin improvement
Partner with Data Analytics to build and maintain performance dashboards and standardized reporting templates that enable data-driven decision-making across finance and product leadership
Monitor industry benchmarks and competitive card economics to contextualize GoodLeap's performance and surface opportunities for improvement
Partner closely with Accounting/FP&A and the Capital Markets team to support portfolio-level decisions, including the timing, structure, and sizing of credit card account sales and securitizations
Analyze portfolio performance metrics, including delinquency rates, loss curves, prepayment rates, performance of aged accounts, and portfolio yield to inform optimal timing and structure for portfolio sales or financing transactions
Track and report on portfolio sale economics — including gain-on-sale margins and retained servicing obligations and incorporate transaction outcomes into ongoing financial forecasting

Fulltime

Director, Strategic Communications & Projects

The role will develop and execute high-impact communications plans for Marriott'...

Location

United States , Bethesda

Salary:

126900.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, or related field
8+ years of communications experience in internal communications
Demonstrated experience working with executive and senior leadership communications and success working with members of the leadership team in fast-paced situations
Experience translating complex business strategies into clear, compelling enterprise narratives
Strong executive presence when navigating ambiguity, sensitive topics, and competing priorities
Proven ability to connect work across initiatives to ensure clarity and alignment at the enterprise level
Creative problem-solving skills and excellent time management
Outstanding interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships and interact with associates at all levels within the organization and with the general public
Ability to routinely work from the HQ office in Bethesda

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute high-impact communications plans for Marriott's top-priority initiatives under the Growing Forward strategy
Oversee the entire lifecycle of communications projects, ensuring internal audiences are informed, engaged, and aligned with key changes
Partner closely with key stakeholders to influence decisions, anticipate risks, and elevate the effectiveness of communications
Provide strategic guidance and expertise to drive success across business areas and target audiences
Lead, guide, coach, and elevate junior team members
Collaborate with senior leaders to maintain connectivity and visibility across the Senior Leadership Team and key stakeholders

What we offer

401(k) plan
stock purchase plan
discounts at Marriott properties
commuter benefits
employee assistance plan
childcare discounts
medical
dental
vision
health care flexible spending account

Fulltime

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