Ready to do award-winning work that’s transforming the health care system?
The traits we admire in our CURAgeous team members:
- A passion for improving health care and driving smart creative campaigns to achieve transformational change.
- Results-focused approach, and the ability to work closely with senior members of the team to manage and execute a campaign to success.
- A leader with a proactive, positive attitude toward client service and team management.
- Responsive, dependable and accountable to team members and clients, and willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done—someone who doesn’t take no for an answer.
- Enthusiasm about the unlimited growth opportunities that come with being a member of a fast-growing start-up firm and wants to stay for the long-term.
- Mission-minded and excited to join the CURA family, which works hard to do good work (and has fun doing it).
- Not shy in sharing bold opinions, but respectful of the bipartisan nature of our firm
CURA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms CURA’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.
CURA is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Read our full policy.
We are always looking for CURAgeous talent, so if you’re interested in working at CURA in a position not listed below, please send your resume and the professional opportunity you’re seeking to [email protected]!
CURRENT OPENINGS
- If you have a passion for working in integrated communications, desire a highly visible client-facing position with growth and leadership opportunities, and want to apply your skills to help transform health care, we want to talk to you.
- CURA Strategies, a fast-growing, award-winning health care communications and public affairs agency, is looking for a results-oriented, self-starting Account Supervisor with experience in communications/public relations to join our team.
- At CURA, our aim is to transform health care through meaningful client work. Working with nonprofit and corporate clients in the areas of mental health, health disparities, cardiology, kidney disease and more, we pride ourselves in creating lasting results for clients – and we are looking for someone who shares our passion and believes in our mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide day-to-day project management and communications support to healthcare clients.
- Proactively manage client relationship: project tracking, status updates, new ideas, rapid response, budget tracking, invoice coordination
- Contribute to the development of strategic communications plans that shape policy and/or enhance corporate/brand/product positioning.
- Conduct proactive outreach to journalists and online influencers to build relationships and place stories
- Direct client interaction providing account updates and creative recommendations on how to meet public policy and/or brand marketing goals through all communications channels.
- Develop relationships and coordinate correspondence with external audiences: third party organizations, healthcare professionals, policymakers, media, etc.
- Develop and edit high quality content for social media and written materials, including media correspondence, bylines, policy briefs, press statements, etc.
- Oversee/support email marketing campaigns and e-newsletter programs to nurture key audiences for clients; experience working in an email marketing system (EMS) and/or customer management system (CMS) a plus
- Manage projects related to earned and social media research and analysis
- Contribute to new business proposals
- Assist with organizing activities that support the overall CURA culture
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and have at least 4-5 years of public relations/communications experience, preferably in a PR agency. Candidate must have demonstrated media relations experience. This candidate would ideally have worked and have strong interest in the health care space and have basic knowledge of health care stakeholders and hot health care topics. Specific exposure to issues related to mental health, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostic policy issues (e.g., market access, drug pricing, etc.) is a plus.
We are looking for a strong cultural fit to add to our fast-growing work family. When hiring a team member, we are looking for someone with a great attitude and a steadfast work ethic. Strong writing and organizational skills and ability to multi-task is fundamental to succeeding in this position. We believe in a healthy work-life balance—including unlimited PTO after one year of employment—but agency life requires being open to flexible work hours when client needs arise. Candidate must be detail-oriented with a proactive, innovative and positive attitude toward client service. Candidates should be self-motivated and diligent with a high degree of proactivity and accountability for team-based work.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Unlimited PTO after one year of employment
- One month paid sabbatical after five years of employment
- Weekly free lunches (plus lots of free snacks and drinks in the office)
- Robust health benefits program
- 401K with company match
- Flexible work hours
- Company outings and social gatherings
- Professional learning and development opportunities
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Transportation benefits
All applicants shall receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. In a recent blinded employee survey, 100% of employees strongly believe, “Everyone here [at CURA Strategies] is treated fairly regardless of race, gender, age, ethnic background, disability, sexual orientation, or other differences.”
To apply, please send your resume to:
Thy-Ann Nguyen, Chief of Staff
[email protected]
A cover letter is optional. Please indicate if you are looking for a fully remote position or are available and interested in coming into the office at least two days a week.
- If you have a passion for working in integrated communications, desire a highly visible client-facing position with growth and leadership opportunities, and want to apply your skills to help transform health care, we want to talk to you.
- CURA Strategies, a fast-growing, award-winning health care communications and public affairs agency, is looking for a results-oriented, self-starting Senior Account Executive with experience in heath communications/public relations to join our team.
- At CURA, our aim is to transform health care through meaningful client work. Working with nonprofit and corporate clients in the areas of mental health, health disparities, cardiology, kidney disease and more, we pride ourselves in creating lasting results for clients – and we are looking for someone who shares our passion and believes in our mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Research and provide analysis related to earned and social media to develop strategies, identify targets and track metrics; experience with Cision or other media database required
- Conduct proactive outreach to journalists to build relationships and place stories
- Oversight of media monitoring with rapid response recommendations for clients, including reporter pitch ideas and social posts
- Develop and edit high quality content for earned and social media, including media correspondence, press releases, monthly newsletters, bylines, media pitches, client briefs, etc.
- Provide day-to-day project management and communications support to health care clients
- Work closely with account lead to support client projects and manage client relationships, including project tracking, client calls, planning meeting participation, note taking, status updates, invoice coordination, budget tracking; client interaction is expected
- Support email marketing campaigns and e-newsletter programs to nurture key audiences for clients; experience working in an email marketing system (EMS) and/or customer management system (CMS) a plus
- Nurture relationships and coordinate correspondence with clients’ external audiences based on project needs such as third-party organizations, health care professionals, policymakers, media, etc.
- Support the development of strategic communications plans that enhance corporate/brand/product positioning and/or shape an issue debate
- Assist with new business proposals when directed
- Assist with organizing activities that support the overall CURA culture
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and have 2-3 years of public relations/communications experience, preferably in a PR agency. Candidate must have demonstrated media relations experience. This candidate would ideally have worked and have strong interest in the health care space and have basic knowledge of health care stakeholders and hot health care topics. Specific exposure to issues related to mental health, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostic policy issues (e.g., market access, drug pricing, etc.) is a plus.
We are looking for a strong cultural fit to add to our fast-growing work family. When hiring a team member, we are looking for someone with a great attitude and a steadfast work ethic. Strong writing and organizational skills and ability to multi-task is fundamental to succeeding in this position. We believe in a healthy work-life balance—including unlimited PTO after one year of employment—but agency life requires being open to flexible work hours when client needs arise. Candidate must be detail-oriented with a proactive, innovative and positive attitude toward client service. Candidates should be self-motivated and diligent with a high degree of proactivity and accountability for team-based work.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Unlimited PTO after one year of employment
- One month paid sabbatical after five years of employment
- Weekly free lunches (plus lots of free snacks and drinks in the office)
- Robust health benefits program
- 401K with company match
- Flexible work hours
- Company outings and social gatherings
- Professional learning and development opportunities
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Transportation benefits
All applicants shall receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. In a recent blinded employee survey, 100% of employees strongly believe, “Everyone here [at CURA Strategies] is treated fairly regardless of race, gender, age, ethnic background, disability, sexual orientation, or other differences.”
To apply, please send your resume to:
Thy-Ann Nguyen, Chief of Staff
[email protected]
A cover letter is optional. Please indicate if you are looking for a fully remote position or are available and interested in coming into the office at least two days a week.
CURA Strategies is always looking for ambitious self-starters to join our team as an intern. Our paid interns are fully integrated members of our team and key players in helping us do great work for our incredible clients.
This isn’t a “get our coffee” internship—interns gain extensive hands-on experience working on a variety of tasks across multiple accounts. The following is a small sample of our client portfolio: The Mended Hearts Inc., American College of Cardiology, CareDx and Sunstone Therapies.
This is a paid position of $16.50/hour. In limited cases, we have adjusted for graduate students with more extensive experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with traditional media relations activities, including building media lists and crafting newsworthy pitches
- Assist with client social media efforts, including drafting content, creating graphics, and monitoring for engagement opportunities
- Draft written content, such as newsletters, blog posts, press releases, client presentations and measurement reports
- Provide support for various virtual or in person client events
- Attend and capture action items from internal and client meetings/conference calls
- Participate in new business brainstorms and research
- Other projects and duties as requested, directed or assigned
- Assist office manager with administration tasks
Our Future Intern
- Has an appetite and drive to always do more
- Is thorough and detail-oriented, particularly with spelling and grammar
- Has excellent writing, analytical and oral skills
- Has a professional demeanor and is a team player
- Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects at once while meeting deadlines
- Is extremely organized and able to manage time well
- Approaches projects with a can-do mindset, but will ask questions when they’ve exhausted other options
- Has a working knowledge of social media strategy for business
- Is proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Bonus points if you have:
- Graphic design experience and working knowledge of the Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro)
- Video editing experience
- Government relations and public affairs experience
This position is open to recent grads, graduate students, and seniors studying public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, or a related major with an interest in health care communications. Prior communications and public relations experience is encouraged. Strong preference will be given to applicants who can work onsite in our Crystal City office 4-5 days per week.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:
Thy-Ann Nguyen, Chief of Staff
[email protected]
