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Story Partners employs a mix of Capitol Hill veterans, journalists and communications professionals. In this dynamic environment, our team seamlessly works together to develop awe-inspiring communications programs that help our clients move legislation, sway public opinion and advance their business objectives. So if you like to roll up your sleeves, take on a challenge, and work across an array of clients and industries, Story Partners is the right career choice for you. Apply today!
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Director, Public Affairs
Story Partners, a leading public affairs firm in Washington, D.C., is seeking a director to develop and implement strategic public affairs campaigns on behalf of our clients. This role calls for a dynamic public affairs professional with a broad skill set who has the ability to multi-task and work across a range of client accounts, handling many of the day-to-day deliverables. The successful candidate will have 5-7 years of public affairs experience, with at least 3-4 years at a public relations agency. Story Partners is a hybrid work environment offering flexibility and balance of working from home and going into the office.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute integrated public affairs campaigns that include media relations, grassroots advocacy, digital and social media, events, executive positioning, and thought leadership.
- Prioritize client accounts by engaging regularly with client contacts, handling many of the day-to-day deliverables, and consistently pursuing impactful, innovative, and creative strategies.
- Draft a wide range of high-quality communications materials, including opinion pieces, press releases, newsletter content, fact sheets, website, and advertising copy, etc.
- Develop and implement tailored earned media strategies and generate media placements on behalf of clients.
- Strong event management skills, with the ability to plan and execute high-profile events, such as press conferences, forums, salon dinners, etc.
- Leverages a deep understanding of the social media landscape and digital advertising strategies to drive client outcomes.
- Participate in business development opportunities such as idea generation, building campaign strategies, and drafting proposals and presentations.
- Manage and liaise with external vendors such as media buyers, photographers, etc.
- Collaborate with all members of the Story Partners team to support client accounts.
Qualifications:
- At least five years of public affairs experience in Washington, D.C., including three to four years at a public relations agency; Capitol Hill experience is a plus but not required.
- A passion for providing outstanding client service.
- A strong writer with a persuasive writing portfolio.
- Prior experience implementing social media and digital advertising strategies, pitching media and generating media placements, and planning and executing events.
- Excellent project and team management skills with an ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
- Detail-oriented team player and self-starter who works well in a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
This is an excellent growth opportunity for an ambitious team player with a solid record of achievement in public affairs. Story Partners offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including health insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays and opportunities for professional development. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Digital Manager
DIGITAL MANAGER
Story Partners is seeking a Digital Manager to manage online and social media campaigns. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience with strategy development, community management, editorial planning, online advertising and social analytics.
Responsibilities:
- Lead digital programs for communications and public affairs clients across array of industries
- Advise clients and account leads on emerging social trends, research and best practices to identify new opportunities and solutions
- Execute ongoing social community management, monitoring and reporting, continuously evaluating new and compelling ways to engage audiences online.
- Plan and execute online advertising and search engine marketing campaigns, including planning, buying, budgeting, and optimization
- Develop analytic reports to properly measure effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations for strategy and improvements
- Monitor social media conversations and trends to identify opportunities for clients to leverage story telling opportunities in real-time
- Conduct email marketing campaigns
- Perform research and prepare new business materials (e.g., proposals, pitches)
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years digital project management experience, preferably in an agency environment
- Demonstrated experience managing social communities for brands, companies, nonprofits or issue-based organizations.
- Proficiency with social management platforms (e.g., Sprout) and social media monitoring platforms (e.g., Meltwater)
- Proficiency in Google Adwords
- Ability to think creatively and spot trends
- Proven ability to learn quickly and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A passion for everything digital
- Bachelor’s degree
Story Partners offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including health, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays and opportunities for professional development. Salary is commensurate with experience.
To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to careers@storypartnersdc.com.
Why Work for Story Partners
Story Partners is an award-winning woman-owned public affairs firm that offers amazing benefits:
- Great colleagues
- Generous benefits
- Ample paid vacation
- Amazing location
- Unlimited opportunities to learn & grow!
