Communication Consultant at EMERGENT METHOD Baton Rouge, LA

Job Overview

Emergent Method is seeking a dynamic communication, marketing, and/or public relations professional to join our team as a communication consultant. This full‑time position is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and supports a wide variety of public relations, outreach, engagement, and strategic communication initiatives for the firm and its clients.
Responsibilities

Support client engagements related to strategic communication, public relations, social media management, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, research, or other needs.
Use problem‑solving skills to identify client needs, define goals and objectives, and coordinate and develop communication deliverables, plans, and campaigns that are strategic, comprehensive, and aligned with client goals.
Create external communications, including press releases, marketing collateral, social media content, and other deliverables for a variety of projects and clients.
Support and develop strategies to plan and disseminate materials and deliverables through appropriate communication channels.
Utilize project management skills for proactive communication with clients and team members, documenting project progress and meetings, tracking and reporting progress on project milestones, understanding client needs, developing appropriate timelines and processes, seeking feedback, and delivering above‑satisfactory deliverables and work products.
Learn and understand a wide variety of subject matter related to client industries.
Think critically and demonstrate true problem‑solving skills with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and complete tasks and projects with minimal oversight.
Serve as a trusted client resource and uphold the firm’s reputation by remaining client‑focused and committed to delivering above and beyond expectations.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, public relations, English, journalism, communication studies, or a related field.
One to three years of experience in communication, marketing, journalism, public relations, public outreach, communications consulting, or related experience that clearly demonstrates comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience working for an advertising or public relations agency is a plus.
Demonstrate skills in content development and copy editing, with expertise in AP and related style guidelines.
Ability to conceptualize and execute on a variety of communication efforts, including in‑person, print, and digital outreach.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, organizational and time‑management skills, attention to detail, and commitment to deadlines, with the ability to manage projects, deadlines, and deliverables.
Personable and eager to build meaningful relationships with team members and clients.
Ability to take initiative to complete tasks and take ownership over timelines and work product.
Ability to multitask, shift from project to project, and balance competing priorities.
Strong willingness to learn new skills and adopt new methodologies; open‑minded and accepting of feedback.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Access.
Experience working in Adobe InDesign is a plus.
Benefits

Competitive salary and bonuses.
Monthly technology and wellness stipends.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
Flexible work hours and environments, including unlimited time off.
Top‑of‑the‑line tools and technology equipment.
Frequent care packages and gift cards to spoil our employees.
Financial support and time off for training, conferences, certifications, and other opportunities for professional growth and development.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Emergent Method and associated entities are equal‑opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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