Corporate Communications Associate: Strategy & Media

Weber Shandwick; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Shandwick, a leading global PR agency, seeks an Associate to join the Corporate team in Atlanta on a hybrid schedule. You’ll deliver strategic written materials, support media outreach, and help plan events for corporate and public sector clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration, proactive communication, and meticulous attention to detail. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to move campaigns from ideation to execution, drafting briefs, and sustaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in communications or public relations.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to translate priorities into clear narratives.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Content Development: draft press releases, op-eds, messaging frameworks, executive briefs, and social media copy.
• Media Relations & Strategy: monitor media, build media lists, draft pitches, and conduct reporter outreach.
• Event Planning & Activations: support logistics, vendor coordination, and execution of events and brand experiences.
• Strategic Ideation: participate in team brainstorms with culturally resonant ideas.
• Client Experience & Account Support: assist account management with meetings, status reports, and deadlines.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Collaboration

Project management

Attention to detail

Proactive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Weber Shandwick, a leading global PR agency, seeks an Associate to join the Corporate team in Atlanta on a hybrid schedule. You’ll deliver strategic written materials, support media outreach, and help plan events for corporate and public sector clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration, proactive communication, and meticulous attention to detail. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to move campaigns from ideation to execution, drafting briefs, and sustaining client relationships.