Protagonist is hiring: Strategic Communication Analyst in Washington

At Parenthetic, a subsidiary of Protagonist, we fuse rigorous, methodologically sound research with our cutting-edge technology platform, Narrative Analytics®. This powerful combination enables us to quantitatively analyze open-source media, deliver strategic recommendations, and craft executive-level communication strategies for customers with "missions that matter."

Our team is a vibrant mix of communication specialists, data scientists, and subject matter experts with extensive experience across U.S. Government agencies, non-profit organizations, and Fortune 500 companies. By joining Parenthetic, you'll immerse yourself in a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, and your contributions truly matter.

• Innovative Solutions: We co-develop cutting-edge solutions with our clients to address tough communication problems and capitalize on opportunities to make a tangible impact.
• Data-Driven Insights: Our tools methodologies provide actionable insights that help clients meet their communication objectives and stay ahead of global challenges.
• Applied Expertise: We integrate our solutions within client organizations, leveraging our profound expertise to address critical issues and ensure sustainable success.

At Parenthetic, you'll work on compelling projects that make a real difference. We seek talented individuals eager to contribute to our mission and grow alongside us. If you're passionate about communication, data analysis, and making an impact, we invite you to explore a career with Parenthetic.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Parenthetic and be part of a team that's making a difference.

Job Description

**We have three positions available, each requiring varying levels of experience. Even if you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply.**

Parenthetic is seeking a Strategic Communication Analyst with experience in communications, strategic communications, influence campaigns, information operations, marketing, branding, or related fields to join our team. A successful candidate will have a track record of delivering data-driven research and analysis of complex issues and will thrive in a collaborative team environment. You will apply strategic communication principles to build an understanding of the communication landscape, conducting analysis of a wide range of media and communications to identify key themes, find patterns, and link them to real-world events. You will collaborate with colleagues to produce findings and recommendations that address our clients' challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work within multidisciplinary teams focused on strategic communications solutions for US government clients.
• Apply relevant communication theories, psychological frameworks, and best practices to address client problems.
• Collaborate with team members tasked with designing, developing, and maintaining analytics solutions.
• Develop and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and partners, including senior-level government officials and private industry executives.
• Conduct secondary research and critically analyze information to identify trends, patterns, and relationships.
• Monitor and assess global events related to clients' objectives.
• Produce deliverables that are clear, concise, visually appealing, and effectively communicate outcomes.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring client requirements and priorities are understood and accomplished.
• Set and track milestones and deadlines in alignment with contractual obligations.
• Participate in the hiring process (interviewing candidates and evaluating capabilities).
• Partner closely with the Leadership Team to cultivate new business opportunities, including writing proposals and white papers.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Work Experience and Skills

• The position requires on-site work (occasional remote opportunities) in the Washington Metropolitan Area (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) for a Federal Government client. Occasional domestic travel may be required.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Communication, Marketing, Psychology, Political Science, or other social science fields.
• Experience requirements vary based on position level:
  • Junior Level: Bachelor's degree and 1-3+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree and 1+ year of experience).
  • Mid-Level: Master's degree and 1-3+ years of relevant experience (or Bachelor's degree and 3-5+ years of relevant experience).
• Strong analytic and critical-thinking skills, capable of drawing meaningful and objective conclusions based on research from multiple sources.
• Exceptional project management skills, organizational abilities, problem-solving proficiencies, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to meet or exceed expectations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts.
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn about complex topics.

Ideal Candidates

• Demonstrated professional experience in the Space domain (e.g., space operations, satellite technology, or related fields within the space industry) and in the defense sector.
• Possess a current Top Secret security clearance and be SCI/SAP eligible.
• Enjoys working alongside a growing group of critical thinkers, strategists, researchers, analysts, innovators, engineers, and others.
• Prior work in marketing/communications.
• Experience with large data sets and creating/maintaining data pipelines.
• Experience in experimentation design, implementation, and analysis.
• Familiarity with U.S. Government acquisitions and budget management.
• Experience in a client-facing role, delivering insights directly to stakeholders.

Additional Information

Parenthetic is a values-driven company that is committed to doing meaningful work for organizations we respect. We are headquartered in Washington, DC, and offer a competitive salary, flexible paid time-off policy, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, and a retirement plan.

Salary Range: $73,000-$100,000 based on education and level of relevant experience.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.