Associate, Communications

Job Description

The Associate is responsible for applying an analytical mindset to using software, including AI tools like ChatGPT, to support account teams with research, list management, coverage tracking, media relations, and other foundational communications activities.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Leverages a variety of tools, including ChatGPT, Muck Rack, Meltwater, Asana
  • Learns the media industry for their assigned account
  • Applies knowledge to tasks and shares insights within their team
  • Develops soft skills such as time management and team collaboration
  • Participates in team meetings
  • Embodies INK’s values, particularly Energy (go the extra mile for our clients, colleagues, and craft) and Effectiveness (results that matter)
  • Supports the Communications team and reports to senior manager or director level colleague
  • Performs other related duties as required, including participating in INK’s professional development program

Skills and Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience in PR or marketing, internships included
  • Tech savvy with an interest in using a large mix of software tools
  • Interest in technology and/or energy industries
  • Excellent writing skills, clear communicator, detail oriented
  • Ability to organize and manage tasks and priorities on multiple accounts
  • Experience with or willingness to work on teams
  • Desire to be coached and to learn and grow in a communications career
  • Demonstrates strong work ethic and personal accountability

Starting Salary Range

$50,000+, commensurate with experience and location

Company Introduction

INK is a mid-sized marketing and public relations agency working with technology and energy companies that are cultivating a healthier planet, building a smarter, more inclusive economy, and empowering people to solve the world’s toughest challenges.

Our mission, good work with good people makes for a good life, starts with a commitment to continuous learning and a supportive culture. Every day, we aspire to do work we’re proud of, find new and better solutions, and evolve our thinking. We are a woman-owned business and an equal opportunity employer that welcomes everyone to the team. We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. We are a hybrid workplace (30% monthly time in office; 70% remote) with office destinations in Austin and Denver and a collaborative team spread across North America. 

The INK agency experience is different by design. You will be part of an integrated communications team that unites public relations, content, digital, and other creative disciplines to generate bigger impact. You will enjoy a culture of flexibility and trust, with the autonomy to do your best work and the support of a team that has your back and holds each other accountable. You will work with clients who understand the value of communications and appreciate the unique partnership and perspective INK brings. Not only are you encouraged to participate in team building, new business, and generous holiday schedules and PTO, you are given time and support to do so. We fund peer-to-peer spot bonuses, a health and wellness program, and a highly competitive benefits package. 

INK has won numerous industry and best places to work awards, including the 2024 PR News’ Elite Top 100 and Inc Magazine’s Power Partners and Best Places to Work for 2023. Learn more at www.ink-co.com.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment from our Austin or Denver offices
  • Flexible PTO with guidelines, generous holiday schedule, and early close Fridays at 2 pm in your time zone
  • Top-notch paid medical (INK pays 75%), dental, vision and life insurance which start the first of the month after hire date
  • A 401(k) retirement plan with 3% matching
  • Twelve weeks paid parental leave
  • Quarterly wellness stipend of $150
  • Paid mobile phone service
  • Quarterly volunteer days
  • Bonus programs: new business, hiring referrals, annual tenure bonus
  • Peer-to-peer rewards program
  • Award-winning culture and supportive team environment that lives up to our mission of good work with good people makes for a good life

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifteen pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Ability to work in a hybrid work environment from our Austin or Denver offices.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to hello@ink-co.com. Please include the job title in the subject line.