Associate, Communications
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3830, T Street Northwest, Burleith, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20007, United States
About Whiteboard Advisors
Whiteboard Advisors is a unique strategy consulting, communications, and advocacy firm built to help change-making organizations and entrepreneurs make an impact. Our insights and experience guide the nation's most respected and impactful philanthropies, companies, nonprofit organizations, and investors. We are multidisciplinary by design, sitting at the intersection of business, policy, practice, and the media.
About the Role
We're looking for a sharp, entrepreneurial Associate to join our communications practice. This is a role for someone who wants to do meaningful work, move fast, and grow quickly.
As an Associate, you'll manage a portfolio of 5-7 clients, working side-by-side with senior leaders to develop and execute communications strategy across K-12 and higher education. You'll write and edit across a range of formats — press releases, op-eds, research reports, and media pitches — and hold yourself to a high standard on every deliverable. You'll be part of a team that blends advocacy, research, and communications into a multi-dimensional approach, and you'll be expected to navigate that mix with curiosity and confidence.
The best candidates will be fast, resourceful researchers who can get up to speed on a new issue quickly, find the right angle, and communicate it clearly. You're comfortable managing competing client timelines, asking smart questions, and taking ownership of your work.
You'll report directly to an experienced senior manager who is invested in your development — with real opportunities to grow your client relationships and take on expanded responsibility as you build your track record.
Our Culture
We contribute to a team culture that values candid feedback, continuous learning, and shared accountability. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent through a highly competitive environment that supports professional growth.
Compensation & Benefits
Whiteboard Advisors offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. The starting salary range for an associate is $60,000 - $70,000, based on national compensation benchmark data and varying by skills, experience, and location. The company reviews internal equity when hiring new employees.
Beyond base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer match
- Paid health, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid premium for employees, 50% for dependents)
- Company-paid basic term life insurance (two times annual salary) and long-term disability insurance
- Unlimited/flexible vacation plan, including 14 paid annual holidays and two week-long company recesses in July and December
- Monthly phone/data reimbursement and pre-tax commuter transit benefits
- Monthly health and wellness stipend
- Reimbursement for Professional Association and Licensing Fees
Work location
Work model: On-site
3830, T Street Northwest, Burleith, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20007, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and execute communications strategies with senior team members
- check_circleProduce first drafts of press releases, op-eds, media pitches, and blogs
- check_circleConceptualize story ideas and angles that resonate with journalists
- check_circleSupport media relations and build relationships with reporters
- check_circleConduct quick and accurate research to inform communications strategy
- check_circleOperate with speed and precision across multiple client accounts
- check_circleManage client engagements by running meetings and tracking action items
Requirements
- verified1–3 years of professional experience in communications agency, PR firm, or similar environment
- verifiedDemonstrated success in media relations
- verifiedStrong writing skills
- verifiedProven project management ability
- verifiedFamiliarity with education, workforce development, or social impact (preferred)
Nice to Have
Familiarity with education, workforce development, or social impact.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matchcheck_circlePaid health, dental and vision insurance benefits for employees (100% paid premium for employees and 50% premium subsidization for dependents)check_circleCompany-paid basic term life insurance equal to two times your annual salarycheck_circleCompany-paid long term disability insurancecheck_circleUnlimited/flexible vacation plancheck_circleExtensive paid time off including 14 paid annual holidays and two week-long company recesses in July and Decembercheck_circleMonthly phone/data reimbursementcheck_circlePre-tax employee payroll contributions for commuter transit benefitscheck_circleMonthly health and wellness stipendcheck_circleProfessional Association and Licensing Fees reimbursement with manager approval
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Frequently asked questions about Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors
What does a Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors will develop and execute communications strategies with senior team members; produce first drafts of press releases, op-eds, media pitches, and blogs; conceptualize story ideas and angles that resonate with journalists; and support media relations and build relationships with reporters.
What are the requirements for this Associate, Communications role?expand_more
To qualify for the Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors position, applicants should have: 1–3 years of professional experience in communications agency, PR firm, or similar environment; Demonstrated success in media relations; Strong writing skills; Proven project management ability; and Familiarity with education, workforce development, or social impact (preferred).
Where is the Associate, Communications role at Whiteboard Advisors located?expand_more
Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors is based in 3830, T Street Northwest, Burleith, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20007, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Associate, Communications job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Whiteboard Advisors has listed this Associate, Communications role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Associate, Communications role?expand_more
Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors typically requires 1–3 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Associate, Communications at Whiteboard Advisors is part of the hr & recruitment job category on Recrutus.
About Whiteboard Advisors
Whiteboard Advisors operates as a strategic consulting and communications firm based in Washington, District of Columbia. The organization specializes in crafting creative strategies designed to assist transformative businesses and organizations in reaching their specific objectives. By focusing on narrative clarity, the firm simplifies complex challenges to make them more accessible. A core function involves engaging media outlets and communities of influence to successfully launch breakthrough ideas into the marketplace.
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