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PLUS Communications Public Affairs, Manager in Arlington, Virginia

PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising and media buying. PLUS means more!

PLUS Communications is looking for a Public Affairs, Manager to play a key role developing and executing communications plans – including message and content development. The role functions across a variety of public affairs accounts and policy areas to develop written materials such as press releases, fact sheets, op-eds, executive speeches, memos and annual reports. This role will also provide communications and project management support for key client accounts. Ideal candidates will have experience distilling complex policy issues and/or regulatory affairs at the federal or state level.

Requirements

Your day in this position may include:

  • Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences.

  • Drafting media and messaging materials, such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets.

  • Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts.

  • Coordinating media outreach and cultivating relationships with reporters.

  • Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports.

  • Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts.

  • Serving as a liaison between PLUS’ internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors.

This job may be for you, if you:

  • Have previous experience working in a fast-paced environment.

  • Have a knack with words and enjoy writing on a variety of topics with quick turnaround.

  • Are comfortable engaging with clients and vendors on day-to-day deliverables.

  • Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

  • Have a solutions-oriented mindset.

  • Have a strong understanding of AP Style.

  • Are natural problem solver who always looks for a way to improve end results for clients and the team.

  • Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment.

What we require:

  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in public affairs or communications, ideally in an agency or Capitol Hill/administration setting.

  • Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press.

  • Strong understanding of AP Style.

  • Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content.

  • Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast).

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave and employer subsidy for commuter expenses. In addition, we have a hybrid work environment.

PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

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