Rational 360 is hiring a talented, detail-obsessed Digital Associate with a knack for digital marketing and advertising to join its quickly growing digital team in its DC office. The ideal candidate will work directly with clients and internal teams to implement carefully planned digital and content strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience working with social media strategy and creative content, social media advertising and analytics, and working with clients to help them achieve their goals.About Rational 360 Rational 360 is a full-service strategic communications and digital company that helps organizations win in high-stakes public affairs, corporate communications, and reputation management. We combine data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and cutting-edge technology to deliver results for clients across industries. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven by impact.With a staff of approximately 120 and growing, Rational 360 is partially employee-owned and deeply invested in professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. Our teams work at the forefront of strategic communications, public policy, and media engagement across a wide variety of sectors.What You'll Be DoingManaging internal and client relationships for digital marketing campaignsCustomizing digital and social media strategies to use the best tactics based on client business goalsAnalyzing emerging and ongoing social and digital conversations, and strategically advising clients on emerging digital strategies and future campaignsRunning day-to-day operations of digital and social media campaigns, including community management, creative execution and social advertisingRequirements 0-2 years of communications, digital, or political experience Strong attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Familiarity with the professional use of digital media channels Strong professional working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, Wordpress, SEO, etc. Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS, as well as CMS platforms such as Drupal and WordPress Working knowledge of social analytics tools (e.g. Crimson Hexagon, Radian6, Brandwatch, Sysomos, etc.) Problem-solving and creativity skills in the context of the Internet, its online tools and potential media that can be reached via the web Familiarity with online advertising tools, including Facebook Ads, Google AdWords and other networks Excellent leadership, organizational, time management, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Bachelor's Degree BenefitsWhy Join Rational 360? Collaborative, mission-driven team environment Exposure to high-impact work across public affairs, communications, and digital Competitive compensation and benefits Hybrid work model with flexibility- this role will be required to adhere to our hybrid work policy which requires employees to work in-person from our HQ located in downtown DC on Mondays, Wednesdays, and ThursdaysSalary range for this role is 60,000 to 65,500 USD annually.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.Rational 360 is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.
Rational 360 is hiring a talented, detail-obsessed Digital Associate with a knack for digital marketing and advertising to join its quickly growing digital team in its DC office. The ideal candidate will work directly with clients and internal teams to implement carefully planned digital and content strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience working with social media strategy and creative content, social media advertising and analytics, and working with clients to help them achieve their goals.
About Rational 360
Rational 360 is a full-service strategic communications and digital company that helps organizations win in high-stakes public affairs, corporate communications, and reputation management. We combine data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and cutting-edge technology to deliver results for clients across industries. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven by impact.
With a staff of approximately 120 and growing, Rational 360 is partially employee-owned and deeply invested in professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. Our teams work at the forefront of strategic communications, public policy, and media engagement across a wide variety of sectors.
What You'll Be Doing
- Managing internal and client relationships for digital marketing campaigns
- Customizing digital and social media strategies to use the best tactics based on client business goals
- Analyzing emerging and ongoing social and digital conversations, and strategically advising clients on emerging digital strategies and future campaigns
- Running day-to-day operations of digital and social media campaigns, including community management, creative execution and social advertising
Requirements
- 0-2 years of communications, digital, or political experience
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with the professional use of digital media channels
- Strong professional working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, Wordpress, SEO, etc.
- Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS, as well as CMS platforms such as Drupal and WordPress
- Working knowledge of social analytics tools (e.g. Crimson Hexagon, Radian6, Brandwatch, Sysomos, etc.)
- Problem-solving and creativity skills in the context of the Internet, its online tools and potential media that can be reached via the web
- Familiarity with online advertising tools, including Facebook Ads, Google AdWords and other networks
- Excellent leadership, organizational, time management, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree
Benefits
Why Join Rational 360?
- Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
- Exposure to high-impact work across public affairs, communications, and digital
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Hybrid work model with flexibility- this role will be required to adhere to our hybrid work policy which requires employees to work in-person from our HQ located in downtown DC on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Salary range for this role is 60,000 to 65,500 USD annually.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Rational 360 is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace.
Rational 360 is a leading full-service strategic communications and digital company, with offices and staff located across the country. We recognize that communications and public affairs rarely take place in a vacuum, and our work is always crafted using the best data analysis to support organization-wide strategic objectives for our clients.From public relations and public affairs to crisis communications and new media strategy, our experienced team takes an innovative, active approach to advancing your mission-critical goals. We understand the unique opportunities and challenges of the 21st century media landscape and operate as an extension of your own communications and leadership teams.
Rational 360 is a leading full-service strategic communications and digital company, with offices and staff located across the country. We recognize that communications and public affairs rarely take place in a vacuum, and our work is always crafted using the best data analysis to support organization-wide strategic objectives for our clients.
From public relations and public affairs to crisis communications and new media strategy, our experienced team takes an innovative, active approach to advancing your mission-critical goals. We understand the unique opportunities and challenges of the 21st century media landscape and operate as an extension of your own communications and leadership teams.
