Account Supervisor, Social Impact

ABOUT BERLINROSEN 

BerlinRosen is a leading national public relations and strategic communications firm delivering high impact media, digital and creative strategies to top organizations, companies, and candidates around the United States. Named the number one agency in America by the Observer, BerlinRosen was founded in 2005 by Valerie Berlin and Jonathan Rosen and has grown to a staff of more than 300 with offices in New York City, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.  

BerlinRosen’s clients include an impressive and growing list of labor unions who are organizing new industries, fighting for their members and their families, and improving the lives of millions of working people by employing innovative tactics and cutting-edge communications. We also work with organizations at the forefront of changing the world and represent some of the biggest names defining the future of racial justice, reproductive justice, education, urban innovation, lifestyle, real estate, progressive politics and foundations, architecture, technology and those who are shaping the future of cities. 

People of color, people with disabilities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. BerlinRosen is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Strategic Campaigns team works with advocacy organizations, nonprofits, leaders in arts and culture, film and entertainment, as well as philanthropic foundations, labor unions and others focused on racial and economic justice. We work on integrated campaigns deeply rooted in racial equity, criminal justice reform, and the intersection of social impact, culture and entertainment. We help our clients take on some of the largest, most powerful corporations and other institutions at the center of injustice in America to fight back against an economic and political system stacked against historically underserved communities. Our work helps improve the lives of families and communities, with a particular focus on communities of color, and takes aim at the inequality that threatens our democracy. 

ABOUT THIS ROLE

BerlinRosen is seeking an Account Supervisor.

Do you have knowledge of, or lived experiences shaped by racial or economic injustice? Do you have a personal commitment to racial, economic and social justice and a passion for advancing progressive social change? Are you a strategist who can be a trusted voice for our clients? Do you have a track record of building relationships with reporters and experience managing and executing integrated campaigns?

If you answered yes, then this is the job for you. 

Note: This role is currently fully remote within the U.S. on Eastern Time, and will be based in Washington, D.C or New York, New York when we return to our offices in a hybrid model (date TBD). Our return to office plan is contingent on public health safety protocols. On an optional basis, our DC and NY offices are currently open to staff (with proof of vaccination).

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

As an Account Supervisor on our Strategic Campaigns team, you will…

• Lead projects and collaborate with colleagues to advance the communications strategy for multiple high-profile client accounts
• Strategize and execute thought leadership programs for high profile social impact leaders
• Implement integrated campaigns that leverage public affairs, media and digital tactics to reach key audiences and achieve client goals
• Engage and maintain strong relationships with key reporters covering a range of issue areas including education, financial empowerment, and racial justice 
• Write and edit persuasive external and internal documents such as press releases, op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, editorial board memos, and communications plans

Essential skills:

• 4-6+ years of relevant work experience in strategic communications or media relations 
• Strong news sense and knowledge of the media, particularly around social justice issues driving the news cycle 
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Multi-tasks easily; has the ability to handle multiple assignments at once, work quickly and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while paying close attention to details
• Strong time project management skills; ability to keep projects and campaigns on track

WORKING AT BERLINROSEN

BerlinRosen will make sure that you have what you need to excel in your role with excellence, including...

• A positive and supportive team with opportunities for advancement committed to helping all staff develop and grow
• A competitive salary based on leading market rates
• 100% coverage of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance monthly premiums
• Company-sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-sponsored Talkspace membership
• 401K with a 4% employer match with no vesting period
• Generous paid time off in which we encourage staff to take sufficient time for self-care
• 10 paid bank holidays
• Pre-tax commuter benefits via WageWorks
• Mobile phone reimbursement