Assistant Strategist, Corporate Communications

At Branigan, an independent creative marketing agency in Milwaukee, we believe better relationships lead to better everything including the work we do with clients and each other. We are looking for a talented, driven Assistant Strategist, Corporate Communications to support our growing B2B and B2C client roster.

As an assistant account executive in this role, you have a passion for communications and are seeking a collaborative, creative, and positive work environment. You love to be challenged and to learn about new industries and clients. You keep lists to stay organized and focus on the details, but you are also motivated by inspired thinking and brainstorming with broader teams.

Branigan operates on the concept of self-governance and the first principles that inspired America’s founders. We stress the importance of self-discipline, personal responsibility, humility, and a great sense of humor in our culture.

Assistant Strategist, Corporate Communications responsibilities:

• Delivering work that is first or second-draft ready, strategic in nature and meets the client's objectives.
• Successfully pitching all media (types) and securing national opportunities for clients.
• Conduct reliable and accurate media research (editorial calendars, speaking opportunities, media/analyst list development) and provide teams with industry-relevant news research.
• Produce strong written documents, including pitches, press releases, speaking opportunity abstracts, client communications, etc.
• Actively participate in client/team meetings, offering creative ideas/solutions.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in corporate communications and/or public relations with B2B and/or B2C industries
• A bachelor’s degree in corporate communications, journalism, public relations or related field
• Willingness to work in a dynamic, nimble, team-oriented environment
• Strong writing and communications skills
• Ability to work with multiple clients simultaneously and balance deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills

Compensation and Benefits

We offer other good stuff, too: competitive salaries, company sponsored health insurance, 401(k) match, profit sharing, monthly gym membership discounts, mobile phone reimbursement, work from home Fridays, schedule flexibility, paid maternity/paternity leave, compressed work week, a new business incentive program and more.

In addition to benefits, Branigan has built a company culture rooted in collaboration that includes team building activities, professional development opportunities and spontaneous get-togethers.

To apply please email your resume along with your portfolio to ***email_hidden***