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Digital & Public Affairs Consultants

Proof Strategies · Washington, DC, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

At Proof Strategies, we believe trust is earned, and we work every day to help our clients do just that. As a “right-sized” agency, we pride ourselves on delivering senior‑level counsel, hands‑on partnership, and practical communications expertise without unnecessary layers or bureaucracy.

As our Washington, D.C. office continues to grow, we are always interested in connecting with thoughtful, adaptable communications professionals across a range of experience levels and backgrounds. From Account Executives to Account Directors, we are open to candidates with approximately 2–10+ years of experience depending on background, expertise, and specialization. Our work spans strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, executive communications, stakeholder engagement, and digital marketing across corporate, nonprofit, government, and advocacy sectors.

We are looking for people who are sharp, collaborative, curious, and motivated by growth. The ideal candidates are comfortable managing multiple priorities, communicating directly with clients, adapting quickly, and operating thoughtfully in politically sensitive or fast‑moving environments. Strong judgment, emotional intelligence, professionalism, and a sense of humor are just as important to us as technical communications skills. Experience working at a firm, or participation in new business efforts is a big plus!

You’ll work closely with senior leadership as part of a collaborative team that values accountability, initiative and strategic thinking. Good humor is a must! Only candidates residing in the greater Washington, D.C. area will be considered.

What You Might Work On

Earned media strategy, media relations, and reporter outreach across national, regional, trade, and policy‑focused outlets

Public affairs and stakeholder engagement initiatives involving government, nonprofit, energy, health care, and mission‑driven organizations

Executive visibility and thought leadership efforts, including op‑eds, speeches, briefing materials, and executive communications

Integrated communications campaigns involving public relations, digital strategy, content development, and marketing initiatives

Event strategy and coordination, including stakeholder convenings, media events, and policy‑focused gatherings

Research, message development, narrative analysis, and communications planning

Monitoring media, policy, and stakeholder landscapes to identify risks, trends, and opportunities

Drafting and editing communications materials, including press materials, client memos, briefings, presentations, and strategic recommendations

Supporting new business efforts, including research, proposal development, and pitch materials

Helping contribute to a growing office environment where people are encouraged to take initiative and grow beyond rigid role definitions

Qualifications & Experience

2–10+ years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, public affairs, marketing communications, journalism, stakeholder engagement, or related fields

Agency experience preferred but not required

Comfort communicating directly with clients and managing multiple priorities simultaneously

Ability to operate thoughtfully in politically sensitive, fast‑moving, or high‑visibility environments while exercising sound judgment and professionalism

Experience working with nonprofit, corporate, government, energy, health care, advocacy, or policy‑focused organizations is a plus

Familiarity with media monitoring, CRM, email marketing, or communications platforms such as Meltwater, Salesforce, Mailchimp, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, or similar tools is preferred

Interest in how emerging technologies and AI‑supported workflows can improve research, strategic insight, content development, and communications execution

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, political science, marketing, or a related field preferred

Work Hours & Environment
Employees are entrusted to work a schedule that facilitates the successful execution of their responsibilities and ensures accessibility to both internal and external stakeholders. Employees based in the U.S. are required to work two days per week in the office, located near Gallery Pl‑Chinatown, and three days remotely. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with allowances for flexibility as necessary.

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