Account Associate/Senior Account Associate

DG-PR; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Monthly social events

Annual summer strategy offsite retreat

Ongoing development including coaching and training programs

Beautiful Downtown Vancouver office with flexible workspace

Job summary

A leading strategic communications agency in Vancouver is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to support clients in technology PR. You will manage projects, write content, and develop media strategies. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of relevant experience and strong writing skills. The role offers a salary range of $54,000–$70,000 CAD, health benefits, and a hybrid work model, along with ongoing training and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in PR, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Some relevant experience in communications or PR is required.

Responsibilities

• Support client accounts and help keep projects moving forward.
• Write and edit content (press releases, pitches, briefing notes).
• Contribute to speaker and award submissions.
• Execute media relations outreach and foster relationships with key journalists.
• Research industry trends and timely media to support client strategy.
• Monitor media coverage and build reports with actionable insights.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Research and critical thinking skills

Organized and able to manage multiple priorities

Curious and proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism or related field

Job description

DGPR is hiring an Associate or Senior Associate to join our team. We’re looking for someone curious, motivated, and ready to learn, someone who wants to do meaningful work, grow quickly, and be part of a supportive, high-performing environment.

About the Role

You’ll be part of the day-to-day work that brings our client programs to life. You’ll support a range of exciting technology clients and gain hands‑on experience across all areas of modern communications.

In this role, you’ll:

• Support client accounts and help keep projects moving forward
• Write and edit content (press releases, pitches, briefing notes)
• Contribute to speaker and award submissions
• Execute media relations outreach and foster relationships with key journalists
• Research industry trends and timely media conversations to support client strategy
• Monitor media coverage and build reports with actionable insights
• Support internal communications and stakeholder relations
• Work across integrated campaigns spanning paid, earned, and owned media
• You’ll also receive ongoing training and support to help you build a strong foundation in PR and communications.

About DGPR

DGPR is a high growth strategic communications agency and Canada’s leading technology-only PR firm.

We’ve built a globally relevant firm from the ground up, one that’s small but mighty and consistently punches above its weight. We work with some of the world’s most influential technology companies and while many firms are getting bigger and more generalist, we’ve taken a different path, focusing on specialization, insight, and real impact.

Our team works across Canada, the US, and the UK, and you’ll collaborate across North America while connecting regularly with our UK Director.

We’re proud of our strong culture, long-standing client relationships, and low team turnover. DGPR is a proudly LGBTQIA+ immigrant-owned agency, with a majority female leadership team, and we operate as a triple bottom line business focused on people, planet, and profitability.

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of experience in PR, communications, journalism, or a related field
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn
• Strong research and critical thinking skills
• Some relevant experience in communications or PR is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field is an asset
• 💰 $54,000–$70,000 CAD salary range depending on experience
• Bonus structures that support your growth and the growth of the business
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing development, including day-to-day coaching, monthly check‑ins, and quarterly training programs
• A positive, supportive environment built by a team of experienced professionals
• Annual summer strategy offsite retreat
• Monthly social events and opportunities to build your network
• A beautiful Downtown Vancouver office, plus flexible workspace in Toronto
• Hybrid work model with flexibility

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