PR Associate, Commercial Real Estate (DC)
Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
The Brand Guilds Commercial Real Estate team works with some of the most iconic neighborhoods retail brands innovative developers and leaders in the countryand we are looking for a Public Relations Associate to join our growing this role you will work with and help tell the stories of innovative cutting-edge companies that are truly revolutionizing the environment in which we work play and live. Were an entrepreneurial group who thrives on learning collaborating and topping yesterday. If you share that spirit we want to hear from you.
Note: This position is hybrid (3 days/week in office) and based in our Georgetown headquarters in Washington D.C.
You Are:
- A PR pro who is excited to learn grow and build your career at a creative fast-paced agency
- An ever-curious person and voracious reader who loves to stay on top of the news culture brands trends and what people are talking about
- Someone who thrives in an energetic and fast-paced environment
- Proactive resourceful and detail-oriented with the ability to independently manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- A team player who is eager to jump in contribute and learn from people at every level
- A strong writer and communicator
- Eager to grow alongside a top-notch team of PR experts and mentors
You Will:
- Manage client clips and reporting
- Write press releases media briefings and prepare information for the media
- Assist with the development of compelling pitches and proactively identify media opportunities
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with local regional national and trade media
- Ensure ongoing monitoring of editorial calendars and proactive pitching of story ideas news developments and expert sources to media
- Perform in-depth research to support communications messaging and media strategy
- Stay on top of the news trends and conversations relevant to our clients and regularly bring ideas and insights to the team
- Help identify thought leadership opportunities for executives and industry experts
- Attend and provide support at press events openings and other client moments
- Provide administrative support for the press team on all relevant projects including media list maintenance meeting agendas and notes and reporting
- Analyze measure and report on communications and media projects
- Learn from the best in the business!
Qualifications:
- 12 years of public relations agency experience (experience working with commercial real estate development architecture design hospitality or related clients is a plus)
- A genuine enthusiasm for PR media and storytelling and a desire to grow your career in an agency environment
- Ability to find and develop stories and drive visibility from major project announcements and openings to thought leadership and an ongoing drumbeat of media coverage
- Ability to provide essential support for press initiatives including research writing and media relations
- Ability to work alongside a team from interns to senior staff
- Ability to independently manage multiple projects and clients
- Curiosity initiative and a willingness to jump in wherever needed
Why Youll Love Working Here
- People-first culture: Supportive high-energy team that values creativity and balance
- Professional development: Annual stipend training programs and mentorship opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits: Fully paid medical dental and vision; FSA; life and disability insurance; 401(k) with match
- Time to recharge: Robust PTO policy mental health days and generous family leave
- Hybrid flexibility: Three in-office days that foster collaboration plus autonomy to work your way
- Exciting clients: We work with mission-driven industry leaders who are shaping our cities and communities
The Brand Guild is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. If you require accommodations during the hiring process please contact
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
For brands with a why, we’re the how. Our team of experts across Public Relations, Marketing, Events and Creative builds strategies, creates experiences and influences audiences to win for our clients. We don’t just publicize brands. We evolve them.