Communications Associate – Public Engagement

Job Description

Communication Associate | Platinum Coastal Group

The Tone:
This is an entry-level, on-site role at Platinum Coastal Group, designed for individuals who enjoy connecting with different audiences and learning effective communication techniques. Platinum Coastal Group seeks to strengthen its brand, enhance public engagement, and maintain consistent messaging across multiple channels. This position is crucial for supporting the communications team in executing daily activities that align with organizational goals. It offers practical experience and mentorship within a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person, On-site

• Team: Supports a collaborative communications team, working closely with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
• Mission: To support daily communication activities that strengthen the brand, enhance public engagement, and maintain consistent messaging across multiple channels for Platinum Coastal Group.
• Tech Stack: Social media platforms

What You’ll Actually Do
• Content Management: Assist in the comprehensive process of creating, meticulously reviewing, and distributing various internal and external communications. This includes ensuring all content is clear, consistent, and aligns with the brand voice across multiple channels.
• Material Production: Support the dedicated production of essential outreach materials, engaging presentations, and diverse promotional content. This work is critical for effectively conveying messages and engaging with target audiences.
• Community Engagement: Actively participate in key community engagement efforts and hands-on, on-site communications initiatives. This involves direct interaction with audiences to foster positive relationships and represent the organization effectively.
• Social Media Oversight: Provide direct support for managing social media platforms. Responsibilities include strategic content scheduling, timely posting of updates, and proactive interaction with the audience to cultivate a robust online presence.
• Campaign Coordination: Coordinate closely with various colleagues across the team to ensure messaging consistency and that all projects remain on schedule. This also involves conducting research, monitoring trends, and assisting in the evaluation of communication campaign performance.

The Must-Haves
• Background: An early career professional demonstrating an enthusiasm for continuous learning and development within a communications-focused role, prepared for an entry-level capacity.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are required, though a foundational understanding of relevant practices is beneficial.
• Skills: Possesses strong written communication skills for crafting clear messages, strong verbal communication skills for effective delivery, professional and confident client presentation abilities, organized work habits, and a proactive approach to community outreach.
• Bonus: Basic knowledge of social media management, fundamental marketing principles, or general communication practices.