- Previous experience as a press secretary or at a PR firm is highly desirable

- Must communicate effectively and persuasively in person and in writing - writing samples and writing test required

- Strong research and critical thinking skills

- Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; attention to detail

- Experience working in a policy-oriented environment

- Working knowledge of Capitol Hill and legislative process

- Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel 

Duties:

Handle media relations for client projects:

- Contribute to the development of media strategies

- Oversee  junior staff on the development and maintenance of targeted press lists

- Identify and develop media opportunities for clients

- Draft media materials - press releases, fact sheets, pitch letters

- Disseminate materials and conduct follow-up to targeted reporters/outlets; develop and maintain relationships with key reporters

Maintain client websites:

- Oversee junior staff on the day-to-day updating and maintenance of two websites

- Proactively generate new content ideas and opportunities to drive traffic to websites

Support client teams:

- Serve as a primary client contact 

- Manage all written communications with client (edit/approve agendas, minutes, presentations, etc.)

- Coordinate and manage events (breakfasts, press conferences, meetings)

- Compose client updates and strategic memos

Support new business development:

- Conduct and analyze research (e.g., media analyses, write strategic background memos)

- Contribute to brainstorming and strategy development

- Help develop new business proposals

Interested Candidates should submit resume, cover letter and 2 writing samples to communications@qga.com