Careers at Scott Circle Communications
Scott Circle Communications is an award-winning public relations firm with a mission to make the world a better place. Our messaging, media and DC-insider experience helps nonprofits, associations and corporate social responsibility programs raise awareness and advocate for issues that matter. We offer competitive benefits including unlimited pay time off, a retirement plan and healthcare, dental and vision.
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
To apply for a job, please send an introductory email or cover letter and your resume to: careers@scottcircle.com.
Digital Manager
Position overview: The Digital Manager is a new position created to help Scott Circle Communications (SCC) expand its digital and social media services. The Digital Manager will be a senior member of SCC’s growing team of professionals. S/he will have an entrepreneurial spirit, diligently follow new trends, tools and best practices, and have the ability to quickly recognize emerging and/or unexpected digital needs of clients – working to address them appropriately and professionally.
S/he will be responsible for both identifying opportunities, and developing and implementing strategies to meet these needs. S/he independently manages and performs client day-to-day project work, working closely with the communications team to ensure cohesive messaging and to meet expectations and deadlines
Specific roles and responsibilities:
Research, develop and implement website, email, social media, influencer and digital communications strategies
Develop and implement digital advertising campaigns including Google ads, as well as social advertising campaigns (i.e. promoted/boosted posts)
Demonstrate success of digital campaigns through tracking digital and social metrics and preparing analytics reports for clients
Manage and schedule content for clients’ social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube
Build email newsletters using distribution tools such as MailChimp
Manage web design, maintenance, updates, Google Analytics, keyword and SEO optimizing for client websites
Manage SCC’s digital marketing efforts including social media, SEO, advertising, content, email newsletters and analytics.
Lead projects with little or no supervision
Think strategically about client needs and proactively recommend plans and solutions to address them
Work directly with clients to manage their account needs
Contribute research and strategies for new business proposals
Monitor budgets and meet targets
Competencies and skills the position will be evaluated on: Anticipation of client needs; initiative (being proactive), proficiency with social media platforms, website development tools, Google Analytics and email newsletter services; organizational skills; creative thinker; project management
Qualifications: (i.e. Education, Certifications, Experience Level)
B.A. or B.S
5 – 8 years of digital experience
Knowledge of Google Analytics, Google AdWords, Google data studio, Word Press, SEO software, HootSuite, Mailchimp, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, Photoshop, InDesign, Graphic Design, Simply Measured & Sprout Social, Tweet Deck, and other website, email and social media platforms and tools
Excellent communications skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
Must be highly organized, detail oriented, motivated and able to “hit the ground running”
To apply, please send introductory email or cover letter to careers@scottcircle.comwith the subject line: Digital Manager
Communications Intern (Fall 2019)
Project/position overview: An intern at Scott Circle Communications has the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and learn from a team of top public relations professionals. The intern will work on communications strategies with a variety of clients including associations, corporations, start-ups, non-profits and events.
Specific roles and responsibilities:
Create targeted media lists for broadcast, radio, print and online outlets;
Assist with research for clients and participate in brainstorming strategy sessions;
Assist with staffing events;
Assist with social media efforts;
Provide support for client projects and conduct various administrative duties, as assigned.
Competencies and skills the position will be evaluated on:
Detail-orientated, organized
Collaboration/team-player
Initiative
Multitasking, eagerness to learn and develop professionally
Qualifications: (i.e. Education, Certifications, Experience Level)
College student studying public relations, communications, journalism or a related field.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms
Mac computer proficiency preferred, but not required.
Credit/Paid/Hours:
Paid Position
Part-time or full-time schedule, Monday – Thursday (min. 12 hours/week)
This internship can count toward college credit, though of course we would want to review the rules/qualifications with you.
To apply, please send introductory email or cover letter to careers@scottcircle.com with the subject line: Fall Intern
