Communications & Operations Associate

About Shape Advocacy

Shape Advocacy is a team of dedicated political professionals committed to excellence, fierce competitiveness, and maintaining high standards in every client engagement. Emphasizing collaboration and partnership, the firm operates with an all-hands-on-deck approach.

Role Overview

We seek a junior-level team member to support communications, campaign activities, and administrative functions. This role offers a broad exposure to public affairs and strategic communications within a small, dynamic team. Candidates should have a passion for politics, familiarity with various social media platforms and styles, and bring an enthusiastic, detail-conscious approach to both creative and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage leadership calendars, schedule meetings, prepare agendas and notes, and assist with travel arrangements.
• Support invoicing, vendor coordination, and general administrative operations to ensure smooth firm functioning.
• Contribute to crafting and implementing communication strategies, projects, and campaigns.
• Monitor media coverage, social media activities, and industry developments pertinent to client interests; prepare reports and analyses.
• Conduct research on political, policy, and news topics to aid client projects and communications.
• Compile media clip packages for client dissemination.
• Maintain media contact lists and support pitching and engagement efforts with reporters and editors.
• Assist with developing and executing paid and organic social media campaigns through drafting content, creating basic graphics, planning schedules, setting targeting, and compiling analytics.
• Track and report on campaign metrics including earned media and social media performance.
• Draft and revise client communications such as press releases, talking points, fact sheets, newsletters, and stakeholder messages.
• Support client event planning and execution, providing on-site and preparatory assistance as needed.
• Attend conferences, webinars, client meetings, and industry events to gather information and produce summaries and reports.

Work Location

This position is primarily remote but requires regular in-person participation in Washington, DC area meetings and events. Candidates must reside within the DMV region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong multitasking and attention to detail.
• Experience with social media platforms and digital campaign techniques; interest in emerging trends and platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Zoom, and social media management tools; knowledge of Canva, Meltwater, Quorum, and Wix is advantageous.
• Quick learner with adaptability to new tools and technologies.
• Interest in public affairs, government relations, and advocacy related to technology, entertainment, copyright, and telecommunications.
• Experience in Congressional, Administration, campaign roles, trade associations, or advocacy organizations is preferred.
• Strong work ethic, resourcefulness, sense of humor, and interest in news, culture, current events, and Democratic politics are valued.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $55,000 - $75,000 annually, based on experience.
• 401(k) plan with 5% employer match.
• Fully employer-funded medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible work environment with unlimited vacation and personal leave.