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Senior Account Associate

Are you passionate about finding the most compelling ways to share news, ideas, and information? Do you love working as part of a dedicated and connected team? VMA is a leading niche public affairs-oriented marketing and communications firm with a reputation as a great place to work, grow, and thrive. Our clients are primarily public-sector organizations in education, non-profit, and similar agencies dedicated to serving their communities. We are seeking a Senior Associate who is creative, collaborative, and has a strong work ethic to lead communications programs for clients in the education and public affairs sectors.

Job Entails:

At least two years’ experience (more is better!) leading clients in a communications-related field preferred
Experience in current and emerging communications strategies and tactics
Ability to communicate key messages and narratives using expertise with press releases, written collateral, social media, photo, web and/or video (Please submit samples)
Strong interpersonal skills, organization, and ability to coordinate/collaborate with diverse work styles and personalities
Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while also contributing to the office's dynamic, collaborative environment
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, PR, or related field
Computer skills (more is better!), driver's license/car, comfort navigating Southern California streets/freeways/communities

Requirements include:

Leading communications programs to support clients' brands and initiatives using diverse platforms, including written collateral, social media, video, photography, and current and new web-based platforms
Developing, managing, and maintaining strong relationships with our clients
Developing content for a range of communications pieces including press releases, media advisories, features, brochures, and video scripts, as well as crafting talking points, speeches, and web content
Use of photography/videography/social media to tell a story and/or support overall communications programs
Research and data entry
Functioning as a liaison to current and prospective clients
Attending and supporting meetings, open houses, and community events

Job Type: Full-time, with benefits
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Location: Hybrid part-time remote, part-time in our Claremont, CA office
To Apply: Send resume, work samples, and a cover letter telling us why you want to work with us to karen.mcmillen@vmapr.com

Administrative Assistant

Does your heart soar when working to support a committed and connected team? Do you love dreaming up the most efficient and effective system for filing or tracking projects and tasks? If so, we want to meet you! VMA is a 35-person, public affairs, marketing, and community outreach firm based in Claremont, CA with a reputation as a great place to work, grow, and thrive. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our work providing outstanding communications services to communities and the organizations that serve them.

Job Entails:

Supporting our team with filing, scheduling, office supplies, accounts receivable, office equipment tracking and procurement, event supplies, and travel arrangements
Assisting our Operations Manager with facilities maintenance, HR, certifications, and insurance
Planning and coordinating company meetings and celebration events
Attending and supporting client meetings, open houses, and community events as needed
Other support services as needed

Requirements include:

A minimum of two years’ experience in a similar administrative position
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
Proficiency with Zoom, Slack, or similar office communication tools
Highly organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and personable

Job Type: Full-time, with benefits
Location: VMA is based in Claremont, CA. This is an in-person position.
To Apply: Send your resume, work samples, and a cover letter telling uswhy you want to work with us to loraine.mcwhorter@vmapr.com

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