Communications Associate

This is a Full Time Job

Corporate Communications Associate (Limited Term)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Monitor and compile daily media clips on weekdays and during weekend homestands.
• Assemble and format coverage recaps for assigned campaigns and full season.
• Help write press materials and create content for various promotional opportunities.
• Research local/national media outlets and resources to build press lists.
• Contact media regarding Nationals events and promotions in order to build the organization's brand and garner media coverage.
• Package and distribute promotional items for local media.
• Draft blog posts for Curly W Live, the official blog of the Nationals.
• Write and update executive bios.
• Maintain calendar of local events, executive speaking opportunities and industry awards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
• Successfully pass a background investigation.
• Available for entire term of internship.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions
• Excellent writing skills and familiarity with AP Style; writing samples may be required.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and emerging outlets is preferred.
• Knowledge of baseball is a plus but not a must.

Physical/Environmental Requirements
• Office: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Position may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.