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Associate, Public Affairs

SKDK
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
Overview

SKDK, an award-winning public affairs and political advertising agency, is looking for a driven, self-starter to join its public affairs team as an Associate. SKDK brings unparalleled strategic communications experience to Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, political committees and candidates.

Whether it’s helping in a crisis, developing a media plan , honing a digestible message or building a coalition , our Public Affairs team brings unmatched expertise to navigating complex issues and shaping narratives . There is no company that better understands the intersection of press, politics, and policy.

At SKDK, we are made whole by the diversity of our team. We are a firm that invites and celebrates the uniqueness of each member of our team and encourages individuals to bring their best selves into the workplace. Whether it is through participation in one of our Employee Resource Groups, serving on our DEI Council, opportunities to volunteer, or bringing a new perspective to client work, your individuality and experience matters.

As an Associate you will work with a wide range of clients, including corporate, association, nonprofit and issue advocacy, and support the work of the firm to create deliverables that are creative, strong, and will help meet clients’ goals.

Responsibilities

An Associate’s job responsibilities include:

  • Crafting communications materials including press releases, presentations, and social media content.
  • Owning pieces of research projects that will inform client work.
  • Building media lists.
  • Conducting media outreach and build relationships with reporters.
  • Media monitoring, including broadcast, print, online and digital.
  • Successfully driving coverage for clients by pitching stories.
  • Supporting client relationship management, including organizing calls and managing the workflow with the client and team.

Benefits

SKDK is committed to pay equity. SKDK believes the target base compensation in this role is $68,000. In addition to base salary, SKDK considers other key components as part of total compensation, including but not limited to an annual discretionary bonus, commission on new business, and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, such as skillset, level of experience, and location.

SKDK provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; 401(k) with an employer contribution, mobil phone stipend, public transportation benefits, and additional benefits.

SKDK believes in the growth and development of all our employees and therefore we offer:

Professional development and career guidance

Opportunities for advancement

Participation in Employee Resource Groups

A collegial and supportive office environment

Equal Opportunities

SKDK is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category

Salary : $68,000

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