Communications Manager

About The Firm

Cornerstone Government Affairs, Inc. (Cornerstone) is a full-service, bipartisan consulting firm specializing in federal and state government relations, public affairs and strategic communications, and advisory services. Utilizing a shared vision, philosophy, and complete team approach, Cornerstone – with more than 200 professionals across 14 states and D.C. – stands as one of the industry’s most effective and respected consulting firms. We are proud of our professional standards and team culture that provide clients with the full depth and breadth of our expertise, experience, and relationships, resulting in meaningful and highly valuable partnerships.

At our core, we are a professional services consulting firm that focuses on solving problems and creating opportunities for our clients.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

Cornerstone seeks a full-time Manager to lead our external communications initiatives and improve the firm’s online presence. This position is based in Washington, D.C. This is not a client service position. The Communications Manager will be responsible for several tasks including, but not limited to:

• Craft timely press releases and build relevant press lists for distribution
• Create and design quarterly firm newsletter
• Oversee and manage day-to-day activity on various social media platforms, including but not limited to X and LinkedIn
• Manage firm’s Website via WordPress, including optimizing content for search engines via SEO & SEM strategies
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics using tools like Google Analytics, and provide actionable insights to improve
• Utilize Photoshop, Canva and other design tools to maintain designed marketing materials, create event invites, social media graphics, informational flyers, sponsorships and ads, signage, etc.
• Order and maintain branded items for internal and external events
• Maintain email marketing campaigns utilizing MailChimp

COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate for this position is a skilled multi-tasker, is reliable, and is committed to consistently meeting deadlines. Key qualities for candidates in this position include:

• Proactiveness: Works independently in a busy environment
• Flexibility: Able to work early mornings and evenings
• Dependability: Arrives to work on time, follows instructions, has high attention to detail, responds promptly, and solicits feedback to improve performance
• Adaptability: Able to adapt to changes in the work environment on a day-to-day basis, comfortable with ambiguity, and manages relationships with multiple client service professionals in the office
• Time Management: Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage competing priorities
• Communication: Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork: Able to work within a team, is approachable, and willing to help others

KEY REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who has:

• A bachelor’s degree and at least 3-5 years of full-time communications experience
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., Google Ads, social media advertising, SEO tools)
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (Photoshop, InDesign, Canva)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative thinker with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Base salary for this position shall be based on experience and level of education and range from $100,000 to $120,000. Employees are eligible for annual performance-based bonuses as well as full coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance premiums. In addition, employees are eligible to receive a 401(k)-employer match and shares in the firm’s employee stock ownership plan, upon entry into the plan. Employees are eligible for paid time off and additional fringe benefits to perform their job duties (parking, cell phone coverage, etc.).

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