Specialist, Industry Communications

Consumer Technology Association•Arlington, VA

4h•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) is seeking a dynamic Communications Specialist to elevate CTA's voice across the technology industry. This role supports strategic communications and media relations for CTA's industry communications initiatives, including CTA membership, market research, technology & standards, and CES—the world's most powerful technology event.

Requirements

2-4 years of communications, public relations or media relations experience.
Bachelor’s Degree (Communications, English or Journalism concentration preferred)
Solid business and strategic communications writing skills.
Must be well-spoken, detail-oriented and customer service-focused.
Must be organized and can effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines simultaneously.
Understanding and experience using AI

Nice To Haves

Experience with events, associations or technology companies preferred but not required.
PR agency or journalism experience also preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop communications supporting CTA member programs, councils, and working groups.
Promote CTA's Market Research and Technology & Standards through communications campaigns. Translate complex technology and economic data into compelling stories for various audiences.
Support communications around CTA's priority public policy initiatives, including mobility and autonomous transportation.
Coordinate communications strategies across multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Build relationships with technology, business, trade and consumer media.
Draft press releases, media advisories, pitches, talking points, scripts, Q&As, and briefing materials.
Serve as a point of contact for CTA media inquiries. Coordinate interviews with CTA subject matter experts.
Coordinate media events, tours and roundtables (in person and virtual) on CTA and CES priorities.
Track media coverage and prepare reports measuring communications impact for CTA.
Support communications planning and media engagement for CES throughout the year.
Manage media tours program for CES and support the planning of media panels.
Serve as an official CES spokesperson, including conducting broadcast interviews during CES. Assist in planning and executing media events and onsite press operations.
Perform other communications, administrative and logistical duties as required by business needs.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with telemedicine access
Wellness programs
On-site fitness center
401(k) with 100% employer match up to 6%
Student loan assistance
Commuter benefits
Mortgage assistance program that may include eligibility for a forgivable home purchase loan of up to $40,000
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Fertility and adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ongoing professional development opportunities