Xenophon Strategies

Careers

Current Openings

We are always seeking applicants with diverse and extensive experience in public relations.

Senior Associate

Xenophon Strategies is seeking an account executive for its public relations practice. This position is based in our Washington, D.C. headquarters. Experience working in media relations on communications campaigns for organizations in the energy and/ or healthcare industries is highly desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position, the candidate will:

• Serve as a first point-of-contact for multiple client accounts on a day-to-day basis
• Provide proactive client counsel on existing and emergent issues
• Manage communications campaigns and projects from concept to completion
• Implement traditional public relations, public affairs and social media campaigns
• Write and edit strategic documents, client-facing and public-facing collateral materials
• Handle incoming media inquiries and proactively contact media on behalf of clients
• Contribute to firm’s new business process and efforts

REQUIRED SKILLS

The following skills are required for this position:

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience
• Extremely strong writing and communications skills
• Proven success in media relations
• Experience using a variety of social media platforms
• A BA/BS degree in a related field and
• A demonstrated capacity for leadership, communication and teamwork

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Candidates of many backgrounds may qualify for the position. Any or all of the following attributes are desirable:

• Knowledge of the electric utility industry and/ or with healthcare related concerns
• Past work experience on Capitol Hill in a communications position
• Working knowledge of the Congress, and the federal government and its agencies
• Professional experience at a PR agency or in communications for a corporation or industry association
• Technical skill in graphic design, video production and/or web development is also highly desirable

Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and two appropriate writing samples to careers@xenophonstrategies.com. Please reference, “Senior Associate,” in the subject line of your email.

Xenophon is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin or age.

INTERNSHIP

We are currently accepting applications for three-month, paid internships in our Washington, D.C. office. These entry-level positions support client account teams by conducting media monitoring and research, and producing press materials and media lists. It is an excellent opportunity for those interested in public relations to gain practical, real-world experience and learn about the field of communications. Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional writing and critical thinking skills and possess a fundamental understanding of the media, including social and emerging. Technical skills such as graphic design, video editing/ production, photography, and web design/ development are highly desirable. Internship experience a plus.

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To be considered, click  here to submit your resume and work samples.  Please put the corresponding job title in your e-mail subject line.