The DKC Public Affairs team covers a broad range of issue areas including public policy, education, real estate, the arts/design, non-profit/foundations, sustainability, and social impact. The nature of the work provides a dynamic environment where members of the team are asked to adapt quickly to a changing media landscape while working with reporters on a number of beats. No two days are the same, and we like it that way.

The team is energetic, hardworking, and collaborative. We work closely with DKC’s other groups, including Sports, Health Care, Corporate, Entertainment, Hospitality, Data/Analytics, and our creative shop, Hangar4. We value self-starters with a curious mind and a good sense of humor, who hold client service in the highest regard.

Primary Responsibilities:

The AE will provide account support across the Public Affairs team in areas mainly focused on media relations.

Among the responsibilities:

• Support media relations efforts for Public Affairs clients
• Work collaboratively with account teams to complete deliverables and meet deadlines
• Research and draft communications materials, including briefing memos, media statements, communications plans, new business proposals, and talking points, among others
• Develop and maintain media lists across multiple topic areas and clients
• Conduct media outreach; secure impactful coverage across print, online, and broadcast media
• Develop relationships with media relevant to your clients
• Identify new storytelling opportunities on behalf of clients

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience. Agency, political and/or government experience preferred.
• Proven success in executing strategic communications programs with media relations at the core
• Experience working with reporters/editors at national and local outlets
• Strong collaborative skills including the ability to work across multiple accounts teams
• Passion for storytelling and experience shaping brands through the media
• Excellent writing skills
• Relentless attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, bringing a sense of urgency to the task at hand
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service
• Ability to think both analytically and creatively
• Entrepreneurial spirit and desire to be a part of team

The salary range for this role is commensurate with experience: $50k - $65k.

Our office has a hybrid work model: in office 3 days a week, working remote 2 days a week.

At DKC, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our agency. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.