Communication Consultant

Emergent Method•Baton Rouge, LA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Emergent Method is seeking a dynamic communication, marketing, and/or public relations professional to join our team as a communication consultant. This role will be responsible for supporting a wide variety of public relations, outreach and engagement, and strategic communication initiatives and projects for the firm and its clients. This is a full-time position based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong writing, copywriting, and editing skills and an ability to create compelling content and messaging for a variety of mediums and deliverables. Additionally, this individual should have a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, an eagerness to learn and grow professionally, the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and a creative, solutions-oriented mindset. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Support client engagements related to strategic communication, public relations, social media management, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, research, or other needs Use problem-solving skills to identify client needs, define goals and objectives, and coordinate and develop communication deliverables, plans, and campaigns that are strategic, comprehensive, and aligned with client goals Create external communications, including press releases, marketing collateral, social media content, and other deliverables for a variety of projects and clients Support and develop strategies to plan and disseminate materials and deliverables through appropriate communication channels Utilize project management skills for proactive communication with clients and team members, documenting project progress and meetings, tracking and reporting progress on project milestones, understanding client needs, developing appropriate timelines and processes, seeking feedback, and delivering above-satisfactory deliverables and work products Learn and understand a wide variety of subject matter related to client industries Think critically and demonstrate true problem-solving skills with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and complete tasks and projects with minimal oversight Serve as a trusted client resource and uphold the firm’s reputation by remaining client-focused and committed to delivering above and beyond expectations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, public relations, English, journalism, communication studies, or a related field
One to three years of experience in communication, marketing, journalism, public relations, public outreach, communications consulting, or related experience that clearly demonstrates comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities
Demonstrate skills in content development and copy editing, with expertise in AP and related style guidelines
Ability to conceptualize and execute on a variety of communication efforts, including in-person, print, and digital outreach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and commitment to deadlines, with the ability to manage projects, deadlines, and deliverables
Personable and eager to build meaningful relationships with team members and clients
Ability to take initiative to complete tasks and take ownership over timelines and work product
Ability to multitask, shift from project to project, and balance competing priorities
Strong willingness to learn new skills and adopt new methodologies; open minded and accepting of feedback
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Access

Nice To Haves

Experience working for an advertising or public relations agency is a plus
Experience working in Adobe InDesign is a plus

Responsibilities

Support client engagements related to strategic communication, public relations, social media management, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, research, or other needs
Use problem-solving skills to identify client needs, define goals and objectives, and coordinate and develop communication deliverables, plans, and campaigns that are strategic, comprehensive, and aligned with client goals
Create external communications, including press releases, marketing collateral, social media content, and other deliverables for a variety of projects and clients
Support and develop strategies to plan and disseminate materials and deliverables through appropriate communication channels
Utilize project management skills for proactive communication with clients and team members, documenting project progress and meetings, tracking and reporting progress on project milestones, understanding client needs, developing appropriate timelines and processes, seeking feedback, and delivering above-satisfactory deliverables and work products
Learn and understand a wide variety of subject matter related to client industries
Think critically and demonstrate true problem-solving skills with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and complete tasks and projects with minimal oversight
Serve as a trusted client resource and uphold the firm’s reputation by remaining client-focused and committed to delivering above and beyond expectations

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonuses
Monthly technology and wellness stipends
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Flexible work hours and working environments, including unlimited time off
Top-of-the-line tools and technology equipment
Frequent care packages and gift cards to spoil our employees
Financial support and time off for training, conferences, certifications, and other opportunities for professional growth and development

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