The Role:
- Integrated PR Learning: Exhibit a relentless interest in soaking up the ins and outs of integrated communications. You will learn how media relations, social strategy, influencer & creators and brand integration work together to move the needle for our diverse roster of clients.
- Media Research and List Management: Own the lists. You will build and maintain meticulous media databases, focusing on key DC trades, national outlets, and digital platforms to ensure our teams are always reaching the right audiences.
- Cultural and News Intelligence: Act as the team’s radar. Monitor news cycles—from the hill to the headlines—to flag breaking news, competitor updates, and pop culture moments that offer opportunities for client engagement.
- Office Operations Leadership: Maintain the daily efficiency of our DC office. You will manage office equipment, coordinate schedules, and ensure the workspace remains a professional, high-standard environment for employees and guests.
- Account Stewardship: Support the health of various accounts by managing the administrative essentials: developing agendas, meeting recaps, activity reports, and budget trackers.
- Logistical Support: Provide critical support for client meetings and events. This includes scheduling, RSVP management, and occasionally providing on-site staffing for activations and press conferences.
- Professional Ambassadorship: Greet visitors, answer calls, and manage guest logistics with a professional and inclusive demeanor. You are a clear, courteous communicator who represents the agency to everyone who walks through our doors.
- Relationship Driven: You understand that we are a people business. You lead by example in how you treat your co-workers, partners, and visitors—prioritizing trust, integrity, and discretion in every interaction.
Who You Are:
- The Emerging Professional: You have roughly 1 year of experience in communications, politics, or PR. You are ready to exhibit the behaviors of a successful professional in a high-stakes environment.
- High EQ: You demonstrate emotional maturity and high EQ. You can read the room, maintain a calm demeanor when things move fast, and communicate effectively with senior staff and high-profile guests.
- A Strong Writer: You are fast, persuasive, and detail-oriented. You can translate complex notes into concise, client-ready recaps or creative pitches. (Note: We are a pro-Oxford Comma shop.)
- Entrepreneurial and Curious: You have an innate curiosity and a proactive attitude. If you see a way to make an office process or a client strategy better, you have the confidence to suggest it.
- Exceptionally Organized: You have an eagle eye for detail and can manage multiple administrative and PR tasks simultaneously without letting a single detail slip.
- Driven to Over-Deliver: You take genuine pride in your work and are willing to work select evenings or weekends when our clients need us to go, go, go.
Skills Required
- Approximately one year of experience in communications, politics, or public relations
- Strong writing skills, including producing concise client-ready recaps or creative pitches
- Emotional maturity and high emotional intelligence
- Professional communication and poise with senior staff and high-profile guests
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple administrative and public relations tasks simultaneously
- Curiosity, initiative, and an entrepreneurial attitude
- Willingness to work select evenings or weekends when client needs require it
What We Do
Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is an independent full-service communications and narrative consulting firm. Our collective helps shape public image via earned, owned, and paid engagements across mediums and platforms. We’re built on the notion that good ideas have the power to change the world, shape our cultural conventions, and create new models of success in every industry. Benefits include; medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with matching, annual merit-based bonuses, PTO, fertility, FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses. Additional perks include: a flexible work schedule, Work from Anywhere program, Summer Fridays, Wellness Days, and a 4-week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries. We love to socialize so, we have collaborative workspaces, some offices even have rooftops, celebrations, networking opportunities, and community volunteering. We frequently mark opportunities to listen, learn and act throughout the year (Juneteenth, Election Day, International Women’s Day, etc.). From day one, employees are carefully matched with a mentor to guide them on their path to success. Training and mentoring are important to us and since we are into promoting from within, we are proud to offer training throughout the year on topics for professional growth as well as personal growth. We have also developed a series of teaching workshops that are structured for each level of the company. Sunshiners also take love to take advantage of the monthly Meet the Media series where media contacts provide valuable insider info for pitching them and their colleagues. SSM&L is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and ability. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, identity and expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
