Associate, Public Relations

RH Strategic • Washington, DC

4d • $65,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

RH Strategic is seeking an Associate, Public Relations, to work with colleagues across public relations, public affairs, creative, and strategy on a variety of client accounts and projects. The role supports strategic communications and offers opportunities to contribute ideas and develop skills in a fast-paced agency environment. Candidates should bring strong organizational and project management skills and experience working with account teams of varying sizes.

This is a full-time role based in Washington, D.C., with an in-office presence of at least three days per week. Candidates must currently reside in the DMV metro area.

Requirements

• 2–3 years of public relations, strategic communications, or related experience, including at least one year in a PR agency environment within the past two years.
• Experience supporting development and execution of public relations and public affairs strategies, including translating client objectives into campaign activities.
• Strong writing and editing skills, including experience developing messaging documents, press releases, media pitches, briefing materials, and thought leadership.
• Experience supporting media relations activities, including media outreach, interview preparation, and message development.
• Ability to understand clients’ businesses, industries, and competitive landscapes and identify opportunities to support communications objectives.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with team members, contribute ideas, and maintain positive, professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Must currently reside in the DMV metro area.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting communications programs for clients in technology, cybersecurity, healthcare, education, or other complex industries.
• Familiarity with integrated communications strategies, including digital marketing, social media, paid media, content development, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of integrated public relations and public affairs strategies and campaigns that advance client objectives.
• Monitor media coverage, policy developments, legislative activity, and industry trends to identify opportunities and inform client strategies.
• Collaborate with account teams to develop messaging, content, and communications materials for varied audiences and channels.
• Manage projects and campaign activities, coordinating timelines, deliverables, and team responsibilities to ensure high-quality work and timely execution.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to account teams, supporting strategic planning, client communications, and ongoing account needs.
• Support tracking and analysis, identify insights, and contribute recommendations.

Benefits

• 100% paid base premium for employee medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• $100 per month transportation subsidy.
• 16 days of annual PTO, 12 firm holidays, one floating day off, and one paid day of service.
• 401(k) plan with automatic, fully vested match.
• Professional development and wellness stipends.
• The Company may offer an annual bonus at its discretion; bonuses are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed