Strategic Communications Associate — Media & Impact

Raben; El Paso, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401K match

Work from home

Professional development

Job summary

Raben in El Paso, TX, is seeking an Associate for our Strategic Communications practice. You will staff client teams, develop and monitor strategic plans, and serve as a media liaison to journalists while keeping momentum on multiple projects.

The role emphasizes initiative, resilience, and clear written work; 1–2 years of media relations experience is required. We offer flexible schedule, in-office collaboration, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a 3% 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of media relations experience required.
• Experience in a political or public policy setting is a strong plus.
• Nuanced understanding of national and local/regional media landscapes.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive with shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrable project coordination across multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Staff client teams on overall task and project management, capturing notes, scheduling calls, developing agendas, and responding to client requests.
• Contribute to the creation, implementation, and monitoring of strategic and tactical communications plans; engage with clients regarding strategy, approach, and priorities.
• Drive on tactical execution within a range of media needs, serving as a media liaison with journalists, managing press lists, developing media collateral, and targeted pitching.
• Track and assess analytics; prepare summative reports and memoranda; identify options for ongoing improvement of target metrics.
• Assist in planning, coordination, and staffing of media events and trainings, including venue logistics and on-site support.
• Contribute to the organizational goals of the firm’s Strategic Communications practice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Media relations

Project management

Policy/public affairs

Strong writing

Job description

Raben in El Paso, TX, is seeking an Associate for our Strategic Communications practice. You will staff client teams, develop and monitor strategic plans, and serve as a media liaison to journalists while keeping momentum on multiple projects.

The role emphasizes initiative, resilience, and clear written work; 1–2 years of media relations experience is required. We offer flexible schedule, in-office collaboration, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a 3% 401(k) match.