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.

• 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

• 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

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.  

• 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

• 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