Account Associate
About The Position
RALLY is seeking an Account Associate to join our team. Account Associates are emerging professionals who provide critical support to account teams and contribute to the development and execution of strategic communications campaigns across a wide range of issues. You’ll work across 2–4 small client teams, collaborating with colleagues to support earned media, research, messaging, content development, and project coordination. Whether your background is in communications, advocacy, journalism, or a related field, you bring strong writing skills, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. No two days are the same. You might be drafting media materials, tracking coverage, coordinating event logistics, conducting research, or contributing to a new business proposal. Account Associates at RALLY gain hands-on experience, learn quickly, and grow into the next generation of strategic communicators.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in communications, advocacy, public relations, or a related field (e.g., agency, nonprofit, campaign, or media)
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with core PR concepts such as press release drafting, pitching, and media monitoring
- Experience using communications to support public interest or progressive causes
- Proficiency with tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and media or project management platforms
- Comfortable learning new tools like Canva, AI-assisted writing platforms, or media database
- Resourceful, curious, and solutions-oriented, with a collaborative mindset
- High attention to detail and a positive, can-do attitude
Responsibilities
- Draft and edit communications materials, including press releases, media advisories, briefing memos, and pitch sheets
- Conduct research and synthesize findings into actionable insights
- Support media relations efforts by building press lists, pitching reporters, and tracking coverage
- Assist with planning and staffing client events, briefings, and other campaign activations
- Monitor news, social media, and trends in the nonprofit, political, and advocacy landscapes
- Help manage project workflow across multiple accounts, meeting deadlines and communicating effectively with team members
- Support new business development by contributing ideas and assisting with proposal materials
- Attend and participate in internal and client meetings, offering feedback and support
- Execute administrative tasks as needed and actively pursue your professional development goals
Benefits
- Competitive salary + generous commissions
- Flexible time off policy
- Two months each year of remote work flexibility (July and December)
- Twelve paid holidays, including Juneteenth and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
- One week of paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- One-month paid sabbatical after seven years at RALLY
- 401(k) plan
- Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
- Transportation and technology stipends
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
