We are currently seeking a Senior Communications Coordinator to support the firm's strategic public relations and communications efforts. The role will work in close collaboration with the firm's Director of Public Relations & Communications, marketing team, and external PR partners to support media relations, content creation, awards and events.

The ideal candidate for this role is a proactive self-starter with strong writing and organizational skills, a global design perspective, and prior experience in the AEC industry (architecture, engineering, and construction). This role is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities, and brings a clear interest in storytelling across media formats.

The selected candidate is expected to work regularly in our Seattle, Washington office.

Primary Responsibilities:

Public Relations

• Coordinate responses to media requests, including gathering project information, developing written and visual materials, liaising with internal teams and external PR partners, and managing timelines
• Draft press releases and media pitch decks for editorial submissions
• Prepare research and briefing materials for media interviews and engagements
• Track, report, and analyze media placements, including compiling summaries and key insights
• Maintain and update media contact lists and CRM
• Maintain physical and digital archives of publications featuring the firm's work
• Assist in identifying new media opportunities, including project pitches and editorial planning

Narrative Content Creation

• Write and edit communications copy, including project descriptions, biographies, interview content, case studies, press releases, media pitch decks, and internal and external materials
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather and organize content inputs
• Maintain and organize the firm's digital library of communications assets
• Update and manage content across online platforms, including the firm website and external project partners
• Generate written content for social media, website, and other communications channels
• Support the development of content for books, publications, exhibitions, video projects, internal communications, and other special initiatives

Awards

• Track award opportunities and deadlines; maintain submission calendars and gather required project assets
• Manage timelines and coordinate submission requirements, including drafting and editing award submission content
• Maintain records of submissions, results, and award recognition

Events, Lectures, Juries, and Presentations

• Provide planning and logistical support for events, lectures, juries, and presentations, including scheduling, coordination, and on-site execution as needed
• Assist with preparation of presentation materials, including decks, talking points, promotional materials, and supporting visuals
• Conduct research to identify new opportunities for lectures, juries, and speaking engagements
• Track and maintain calendars and records for events, lectures, juries, and speaking engagements
• Manage invitations, guest lists, and event communications
• Coordinate promotion of events and speaking engagements across communications channels

Must Have:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Journalism, English, or a related field
• Experience: 5-8 years of relevant experience in the AEC industry (architecture, engineering and construction)
• Digital Literacy:
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),
  • Intermediate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), and web/social platforms (WordPress, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Familiarity with media tracking tools and content management systems a plus
• Core Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with close attention to detail
  • Interest in architecture, design, and the built environment
  • Self-driven, adaptable, and solutions-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and a growth mindset
  • Dependable, with the ability to follow through across multiple priorities and timelines
  • Genuine investment in the team and the work, with a collaborative and constructive approach

What can you expect from us?
Marketing team values: we are adaptable, ambitious, caring, collaborative, and dependable in how we approach our work and support one another.

• A creative work environment and colleagues who are collaborative, creative, and challenging

• Opportunity to grow professionally
• Check our culture page to learn about life at Olson Kundig

In addition to a dynamic and creative culture, Olson Kundig provides a generous benefits package that includes 16 days of paid time off, paid holidays, health plan, 401k match, bonuses, profit-sharing plans for qualified positions, a monthly travel subsidy for public transportation, and more.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and must already possess long-term work authorization.