PR Associate

Job DetailsJob Location: CO - Denver, CO 80206Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/yearCommunications Strategy Group (CSG®), an intent marketing agency based in Denver, Colorado, is seeking PR associate candidates to support the media relations and influencer engagement activities of clients across industry practices including education, health & wellness, consumer, aerospace and renewable energy. 

While headquartered in Denver, Colorado, we invite candidates across the country to apply.

Roles and Responsibilities

Public relations associates at CSG are detail-oriented professionals with top notch communication and collaboration skills. They support PR-related activities for select clients in coordination with CSG’s account team.

To be successful, you’ll need to face each day with a willingness to jump feet first into whatever comes across your path. Whether you’re crafting compelling story angles and pitching media, coordinating high-profile interviews for client spokespeople or immersing yourself in the latest and greatest media relations strategies, you’ll be a critical part of our commitment to purposeful solutions that solve our clients’ business problems.

Public Relations Associates:

Serve as day-to-day PR support for multiple clients, responsible for developing creative story angles and securing coverage for local, national and trade media
Conduct media relations activities including: researching and building media lists, drafting pitches, executing media backgrounders, and coordinating interviews
Immerse themselves in the industries, clients and target audiences we work with to support senior team members in creating strategic plans that meet business objectives and capitalize on opportunities, including keeping up with relevant industry media 
Contribute to the ideation and development of media relations strategies, approaches and activities in support of client goals
Write press releases for clients 
Manage the tracking and reporting on ROI for clients based on specific client goals/objectives (e.g., media placements or paid digital engagements) 

Qualifications:

2-3 years of experience in PR/media relations or strategic communications; agency experience preferred
Previous experience working in the education, healthcare or consumer space a plus 
Experience writing pitch angles for the media and creating media lists 
Willingness to work across various industries as needed 
Ability to work confidently and independently in a fast-paced environment with an understanding of how to delegate and manage up as needed
Accountability and a confident presence with keen problem-solving skills and a positive attitude
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective presentation skills, particularly related to communications plans (skills related to concepts and digital approaches is a plus)
Experience working with AI platforms (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, etc.) in a business setting; an understanding of more advanced concepts like skill development, MCPs, etc., a plus
Strong organizational and project management skills; experience working in a project management system (e.g., Asana, Basecamp, WorkFront, etc.) a plus  
A passion for finding creative solutions for clients’ problems, requests and opportunities 
Curiosity to learn and stay on top of industry and client vertical trends and best practices 

To apply, please submit your resume. Cover letters are optional if you’d like to share more about your qualifications and interest in joining the CSG team. 

Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. CSG provides a generous benefits package that includes: self-managed PTO, 401(k) match, paid and subsidized insurance including medical, dental, and vision, recognition and rewards programs, a business casual environment with remote and flexible work arrangements available, central Cherry Creek office location in Denver, CO, monthly team lunches, and more.

About CSG
Communications Strategy Group (CSG®) is a full-service intent marketing agency that turns strategy into action. We operate at the intersection of insight and execution, combining the science of behavior design with the art of strategic communication to help organizations connect, resonate and grow. At our core, we’re problem solvers and storytellers. Strategists and creatives. Curious thinkers who care deeply about the people behind the brands we serve.
 
We partner with small- to mid-sized teams to bring scale, strategy, specialization and sophistication to their work. Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of human behavior and shaped by real industry expertise, allowing us to create marketing that doesn’t just reach audiences, but moves them. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, CSG is a certified Great Place to Work and home to a collaborative team that believes great work starts with strong partnerships, inside and out.
 
We offer extensive benefits to our full-time employees, as well as competitive salaries and hourly rates. CSG’s benefits package includes self-managed PTO, 401(k) match, paid and subsidized insurance, including medical, dental, and vision, recognition and rewards programs, business casual environment with remote and flexible work arrangements available, central Cherry Creek office location, monthly team lunches, and more. 
 
To learn more about CSG, its philosophy, culture and work, visit wearecsg.com. 
 
At CSG, we are committed to creating a diverse environment, maintaining an inclusive culture, prioritizing cross-functional collaboration, and emphasizing team member engagement. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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