Account Associate

ACCOUNT ASSOCIATE

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.

Youll work across 24 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.

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• 13 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

JOIN US

Weve built an agency that looks different because we come from the communities we serve. Our team is shaped by varied economic and cultural backgrounds and we thrive on the unknown the unknowable and the counterintuitive. We arent intimidated by difficult challengeswere energized by them.

We are committed to a workplace where everyone feels respected supported and empowered to do their best work. As an equal opportunity employer we make decisions based on qualifications merit and organizational needs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race color religion national origin sex age disability sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected status.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

At RALLY we believe a business is only as strong as its people. Thats why we offer a robust benefits package and thoughtful perks that support your wellbeing fuel your growth and reflect the culture were building together.

We believe changing the world should come with a healthy paycheck time to recharge and space to grow. Heres what we offer:

• Competitive salary generous commissions
• Paid time off (PTO) 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 Years Day
• One-month paid sabbatical after seven years at RALLY
• 401(k) plan
• Generous health dental and vision benefits
• Transportation and technology stipends

RALLY is a hybrid workplace. Team members are expected to work on-site two days per week to foster collaboration and connection with flexibility on other days.

Compensation: This is a full-time hourly position with a pay range of $26$28 per hour commensurate with experience. The above range translates to an annual salary of $54k to $65k. We will review applications on a rolling basis.

Required Experience:

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