Strategic Communications Analyst
At a glance
Mid-level Communications role at protagonist. Washington · $68,000–$85,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Analyze media and communications to surface key themes, recurring patterns, and links to real-world events
- Use communication theories and psychological frameworks to shape responses to client challenges
- Research large datasets and other sources, then turn findings into clear stories and recommendations
- Track global developments tied to client objectives and create polished deliverables and presentations
- Coordinate milestones and deadlines with multidisciplinary teams serving U.S. government clients
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with at least one year
- A degree in communications, marketing, psychology, political science, or another listed social science field
- You can analyze large datasets and open sources, draw objective conclusions, and explain complex findings clearly
- You qualify for U.S. government contract work and can obtain a government security clearance
Who this fits
This role suits an analyst with communications or research experience who can work across teams and present findings to clients. You must be based in the Washington metropolitan area and eligible for U.S. government contract work; occasional domestic travel may be needed. Space and defense experience, a current Top Secret clearance, and SCI/SAP eligibility are preferred.
From the employer
Join Our Talented Team at Protagonist
We fuse rigorous, methodologically sound analysis 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 clients with missions that matter.
Why Us?
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 Protagonist, you’ll immerse yourself in a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, and your contributions truly matter.
What We Do
- 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 and 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.
Be Part of Something Bigger
At Protagonist, 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 Protagonist.
Explore Your Future with Us!
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Protagonist and be part of a team that's making a difference.
Join Our Talented Team at Protagonist
We fuse rigorous, methodologically sound analysis 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 clients with missions that matter.
Why Us?
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 Protagonist, you’ll immerse yourself in a collaborative environment where innovation thrives, and your contributions truly matter.
What We Do
- 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 and 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.
Be Part of Something Bigger
At Protagonist, 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 Protagonist.
Explore Your Future with Us!
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Protagonist and be part of a team that's making a difference.
Job Description
Protagonist is seeking a Strategic Communication Analyst with experience in communications, strategic communications, message development and evaluation, 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. Experience working in and with the U.S. Dept. of Defense is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Work within multidisciplinary teams focused on strategic communications solutions for U.S. government clients
- Apply relevant communication theories, psychological frameworks, and best practices to address client problems
- Investigate, analyze, and interpret large datasets to identify compelling insights and develop tailored, engaging stories for clients that bring those insights together into a cohesive message
- 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
- Develop and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and partners, including government officials and private industry executives.
- Track milestones and deadlines
- Perform other tasks as directed
Requirements
- Must meet applicable U.S. Government contract eligibility requirements, including any citizenship or security clearance requirements associated with assigned work
- Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance
- is located in the Washington Metropolitan Area (D.C., Maryland, Virginia). Occasional domestic travel may be required
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Communication, Marketing, Psychology, Political Science, or other social science fields
- Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s degree and 1+ year of 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
- Experience analyzing and interpreting large datasets and conducting open-source research
- 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
- Enjoy working alongside a growing group of critical thinkers, strategists, researchers, analysts, innovators, engineers, and others
- Prior work in marketing/communications
- Familiarity with U.S. Government national security and space topics
- Experience in a client-facing role, delivering insights directly to stakeholders
Additional Information
If you’re passionate about technology and making an impact, apply today! Protagonist is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and innovating environment where everyone’s voice can make a difference.
Protagonist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $68,000 - $85,000 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.
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