Overview

We are a communications and public affairs firm that supports established, startup, and growth-stage clients. Our work is at the intersection of strategic communications, movement building, public policy, and pop culture. Our team is energized by delivering original thinking to our clients and driving successful outcomes for mission-oriented individuals, organizations, and companies. 

We’re looking for a seasoned professional to complement our communications/PR and public affairs work with our clients. This role is 100% remote within the United States and includes periodic travel in the U.S. to in-person meetings and activities.
 

Responsibilities include: 

  • Serving as the day-to-day point of contact and advisor for a range of clients 
  • Supporting the development of client communications and/or public affairs strategy, including finding creative ways to help clients break through and achieve their goals
  • Leading execution of client campaigns, including media outreach and interview prep, online visibility, writing op-eds, and/or ideating and coordinating with potential partners 
  • Building a narrative and visibility for CEOs and principals, including media/podcast interviews, appearances, social media, and other channels
  • Supporting crisis communications, including developing and implementing strategies to address negative publicity or issues that may impact a client's reputation
  • Monitoring and analyzing public opinion and legislative developments that may impact a client’s business or public image
  • Cultivating and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, members of the press, employees, community leaders, and/or government officials
  • Tracking progress toward clients’ goals with support from internal client team 
  • Managing internal client teams, including assigning projects to team members as appropriate, and managing up
  • Fostering the growth of junior teammates by sharing best practices and teaching new skill sets
  • Supporting Original Strategies’ new business development, including generating new leads, participating in calls with potential clients, and drafting proposals


The ideal candidate has the following experience/qualifications:

  • Track record of successfully managing clients and helping them achieve their goals
  • Experience in one or more of the following sectors: democracy and civic action, entertainment/lifestyle, parenting, health, food & nutrition, tech, and/or AI
  • Technical skills such as strong writing skills and ability to craft effective messaging for executives, including how to collect and/or anticipate questions in advance and draft answers based on an overarching strategy 
  • Deep understanding of the ever-changing media landscape and an innovative approach to help different types of clients stand out
  • Strong network of media contacts who are covering the startup, tech, food industry, lifestyle, entertainment, political/policy, and/or general business, with a proven track record of media placement (connections in some but not all of these areas are required)
  • Appreciation and understanding of our business model and our all-hands-on-deck approach 
  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience working in communications, public relations, and/or public affairs 
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage microdetails while focusing on multiple projects
  • Comfortable working in a remote environment with tools such as Slack, Google Docs, and multiple video conference platforms
  • Mission-driven, curious, goal-oriented, a self-starter, and asks questions!
 

This role will be compensated as full-time, with competitive pay and commissions based on work experience and revenue generation, along with a comprehensive benefits package. We are also open to individuals seeking contract work.

Original Strategies is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all races, colors, gender identities, religions, ages, sexual orientations, national and ethnic origins, abilities, marital status, veteran status, and all backgrounds. 

Join us! Email us at joinourteam@originalstrategies.com with your resume and cover letter. 

 

About Original Strategies

Our name, “Original,” comes from what we value most: original thinking, not cookie-cutter strategies. With our decades of experience working in an array of industries in both the private and public sectors, we are deeply familiar with both the opportunities and challenges facing today's companies and organizations. Our clients are originals who create a vision and take the initiative to make their vision become a reality. 

Our founders—Kelley McCormick, Deb Eschmeyer, and Joanna Rosholm—are a powerhouse trio of strategists who met while working in communications and public policy in the Obama White House. They have held corporate C-suite roles, advising leaders at the top of the tech, health, consumer, retail, and food & beverage industries on communications, brand, and public policy. 

Our mission is to drive positive impact through storytelling, partnerships, and creativity. We choose to invest in creative problem-solving. We seek the freedom to give great advice that comes from a diversity of voices, geographies, and experiences. We’ve discovered the profound power of combining kindness, empathy, and civility with our experience and grit. 

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