Senior Account Associate Are you passionate about finding the most compelling ways to share news, ideas, and information? Do you love working as part of a dedicated and connected team? VMA is a 30-person public affairs/marcom firm with a reputation as a great place to work, grow and thrive -- with room for advancement. We are seeking a Senior Associate who is creative, collaborative and has a strong work ethic to lead communications programs for clients in the education and public affairs sectors.
Requirements include:
Experience in current and emerging communications strategies and tactics.
Ability to communicate key messages and narratives utilizing expertise with press releases, written collateral, social media, photo, web and/or video. (Please submit samples.)
Strong interpersonal skills, organization, ability to coordinate/collaborate with diverse work styles and personalities.
Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while also contributing to the office's dynamic, collaborative environment.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, PR, or related field.
At least two years (more is better!) of experience in journalism, PR or related field preferred.
Computer skills (more is better), driver's license/car, comfort navigating Southern California streets/freeways/communities.
Job entails:
Leading communications programs to support clients' brands and initiatives using diverse platforms, including written collateral, social media, video, photography, and current and new web-based platforms.
Developing content for press releases, media advisories, features and brochures to crafting talking points, speeches and web content.
Use of photography/videography/social media to tell a story and/or support overall communications programs.
Research and data entry
Coordination and collaboration with clients, sources and other team members.
Functioning as a liaison to current and prospective clients
Attending and supporting meetings, open houses, and community events.
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Hybrid part time remote, part time in our Claremont, CA office
To Apply: Send resume, work samples and a cover letter telling us why you want to work with us