Awards Submissions Storyteller — Hybrid Remote

DLA Piper; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Awards) to craft persuasive submissions for editorial awards, working with lawyers and Communications, Marketing, and Business Development colleagues. The role emphasizes storytelling and understanding of media awards processes.

The position requires researching award criteria, writing compelling narratives, editing submissions, and managing submission timelines in a hybrid U.S. office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in Marketing, Public relations or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research of the awards being targeted, including criteria and previous winners.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather information for submissions.
• Write compelling narratives that showcase value and align with award criteria.
• Edit and refine submissions for clarity and persuasiveness.
• Develop and manage timelines for submission deadlines.
• Maintain a database of potential awards, requirements, and deadlines.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Awards) to craft persuasive submissions for editorial awards, working with lawyers and Communications, Marketing, and Business Development colleagues. The role emphasizes storytelling and understanding of media awards processes.

The position requires researching award criteria, writing compelling narratives, editing submissions, and managing submission timelines in a hybrid U.S. office environment.