PR & Policy Communications Associate

Glen Echo Group, an Orchestra company; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Glen Echo Group in Washington, DC, seeks an Associate to join our fast-growing team and tell compelling stories for diverse clients. You will work on integrated campaigns, manage client relationships, and develop strategic messaging across media platforms.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in PR, a strong interest in public policy, excellent writing, and a collaborative mindset in a hybrid, DC-based role.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of public relations and strategic communications experience.
• Background and interest in public policy issues related to the internet and technology.
• Strong media relations and writing skills, plus experience with digital platforms.
• Ability to work independently and in a highly collaborative environment.
• Team-first approach contributing to client teams and trusted collaboration.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines with changing priorities.
• Attention to detail, enthusiasm, creativity and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of integrated campaigns and manage client relationships.
• Cultivate knowledge of client businesses to anticipate opportunities and threats.
• Grow relationships with national political, technology and trade media across platforms.
• Craft strategic messaging: press releases, fact sheets, web content, editorials.
• Utilize tools for client service, analytics and media tracking.
• Establish processes for maximizing and analyzing print, broadcast and online coverage.
• Be a leader and brand ambassador inside and outside Glen Echo Group.

Skills

Public relations

Strategic communications

Media relations

Writing skills

Policy awareness

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Job description

Glen Echo Group in Washington, DC, seeks an Associate to join our fast-growing team and tell compelling stories for diverse clients. You will work on integrated campaigns, manage client relationships, and develop strategic messaging across media platforms.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in PR, a strong interest in public policy, excellent writing, and a collaborative mindset in a hybrid, DC-based role.