About Global Situation Room

The Global Situation Room®, Inc is an elite, full-service public affairs agency that provides clients with sophisticated counsel that helps them navigate their most Complex Communications® challenges. Our areas of expertise include counter-crisis management, thought leadership, and global engagement strategies. We ensure clients are able to not only survive, but thrive amidst the regularity of today’s risks, drive the debate on key issues, and effectively engage both globally and locally. GSR has prominently placed clients on every major national and international media outlet, helped them navigate through their most complex crises, and gained strong, sustainable support for their brand amongst key audiences. 

Our clients include Fortune 100 companies, large philanthropies, and high-profile individuals. We have refined cutting edge tactics and tradecraft for protecting and promoting brands. The Counter-Crisis Management methodology GSR pioneered has become the gold standard in public relations, with the nation's leading communications agencies turning to GSR when they need to protect their own reputations. PR News also dedicates a monthly column to our crisis strategies and has GSR run crisis simulations at their conferences. The thought leadership campaigns developed by our team drive the debate for our clients on the national stage.

GSR is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff. We recognize that our continued success depends on hiring and retaining creative professionals, and encourage those with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Current Positions Open & How to Apply

Please email a résumé and cover letter to careers@globalsitroom.com, and indicate which position you are applying to.

If there are currently no available openings, we encourage you to email us your resume and cover letter for future consideration.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Account Manager to join our team. The Senior Account Manager serves as a trusted advisor to clients, leading account strategy, overseeing execution across multiple workstreams, and ensuring exceptional client service and results.

In addition to managing high-profile client relationships and directing communications strategies, this position is responsible for guiding account teams, developing talent, driving business growth, and helping shape the firm's strategic direction. The Senior Account Manager is expected to exercise significant independent judgment, lead complex client engagements, and contribute to the continued growth and success of GSR.

Responsibilities:

Supervisory Duties

• Lead and develop account teams across multiple client engagements.

• Mentor and coach team members to support professional growth and performance.

• Ensure teams consistently deliver exceptional client service and high-quality work product.

Client Management

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to clients across multiple accounts.

• Lead senior-level client relationships and provide counsel on complex communications challenges.

• Direct client meetings and guide discussions toward strategic outcomes.

• Anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and develop solutions that advance client objectives..

• Respond quickly to client concerns and needs with creative solutions

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Lead development and execution of integrated communications strategies.

• Oversee multiple client workstreams and ensure alignment with broader client goals.

• Review and elevate written materials to ensure strategic alignment and quality.

• Drive innovative approaches to thought leadership, media engagement, partnerships, and stakeholder outreach.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop account teams.

• Provide guidance on client management, strategy development, and execution.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across the firm.

Media Relations

• Maintain and expand relationships with key media, influencers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.

• Identify and leverage high-impact opportunities that advance client objectives.

• Analyze results and translate insights into strategic recommendations.

Business Development

• Lead proposal development and participate in new business pitches.

• Identify and pursue opportunities to grow existing accounts.

• Build and cultivate relationships with prospective clients and strategic partners.

• Contribute to the firm's growth and long-term business strategy.

You’re perfect for this job if you have:

• Strong strategic vision with a proven track record of successful execution.

• Ability to perform well under pressure and guide teams effectively with minimal supervision.

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, ensuring efficient workflow and project delivery.

• Familiarity with PR tools and software, such as media monitoring platforms and social media management tools. 

• Proficient in drafting diverse and persuasive written materials, requiring minimal input or editing.

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, crisis communications, journalism, marketing or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of PR/communications experience, with 3-4 years in a client management/client-facing role.

• Proven track record of managing high-profile accounts and delivering successful PR campaigns

Benefits:

• 100% of Platinum Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance Plan fully-paid

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Year-end bonus, based on work review

• $1000/year wellness subsidy

• Technology subsidy

• 5 weeks of remote work/year, which increases with time

• Retirement plan, eligible after 1 year of full-time employment  

• Eligibility for a subsidized remote work program in Spain 

• Opportunity for global travel

• Business development bonus

• Subsidized food and drinks at the office

• Subsidized sports and entertainment events

This position is full time and would be hybrid in-person at our Alexandria, VA office, but candidates must be located in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com.

We are seeking a strategic and client-focused Account Manager to join our team. The Account Manager serves as a primary day-to-day contact for multiple clients, helping to develop and execute communications strategies that advance client objectives. 

This position requires strong media relations, writing, strategic planning, and client management skills, as well as the ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and contribute to business development efforts. As a member of a small, high-performing team, the Account Manager will be expected to take ownership of client work, mentor junior colleagues, and help drive successful outcomes for clients and the firm.

Responsibilities:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversee account teams to ensure consistent delivery of exceptional, client-ready work under tight deadlines.

• Mentor and support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

• Contribute to the professional development and training of colleagues.

Client Management

• Serve as a primary day-to-day client contact across multiple accounts.

• Build trusted relationships with clients and contribute strategic counsel and recommendations.

• Lead client meetings and ensure projects advance efficiently toward client objectives.

• Anticipate and address client needs, challenges, and emerging issues.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Lead execution of communications plans and strategic initiatives across multiple clients.

• Track news, policy, and industry developments relevant to client priorities.

• Develop compelling press releases, op-eds, speeches, messaging, and other written materials.

• Propose innovative ideas for thought leadership, media opportunities, partnerships, events, and stakeholder engagement.

Media & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, influencers, policy experts, and other stakeholders.

• Identify opportunities to enhance client visibility and reputation.

• Monitor media coverage and provide recommendations based on emerging trends and opportunities.

Business Development

• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships.

• Contribute to proposal development and new business efforts.

• Cultivate relationships with prospective clients and partners.

You’re perfect for this job if you have:

• Strong strategic vision, coupled with an acute ability to chart its execution.

• Can work well under pressure and with limited guidance.

• Able to constantly support colleagues throughout the business.

• Ability to draft diverse and persuasive written materials with little input or editing required.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of current affairs, global politics, and media and policy trends.

• Ability to successfully multitask and guide a team towards goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, crisis communications, media relations or a related field is required.

• Minimum of 5 years of PR/communications experience, with 2-3 years of experience in client management/client facing role.

Benefits:

• 100% of Platinum Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance Plan fully-paid

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Year-end bonus, based on work review

• $1000/year wellness subsidy

• Technology subsidy

• 5 weeks of remote work/year, which increases with time

• Retirement plan, eligible after 1 year of full-time employment  

• Eligibility for a subsidized remote work program in Spain 

• Opportunity for global travel

• Business development bonus

• Subsidized food and drinks at the office

• Subsidized sports and entertainment events

This position is full time and would be hybrid in-person at our Alexandria, VA office, but candidates must be located in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com.

Global Situation Room (GSR) and its award-winning podcasting division, Situation Room Studios (SRS), are seeking a dynamic Podcast Supervisor to join our team. This role is rooted in high-level guest booking, podcast production and project management with the opportunity to contribute to broader strategic communications and PR campaigns. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable booking a former head of state for an interview as you are managing production logistics or contributing to an earned media strategy. Strong writing and networking skills, a sharp news sense, and a deep understanding of politics and global affairs are essential.

Responsibilities:

Podcast Booking & Production

• Identify and secure high-level guests for a prominent global affairs podcast, including diplomats, journalists, and subject matter experts.

• Conduct outreach with compelling invitations and perform pre-interviews to brief guests on topics, logistics, and format.

• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for podcast clients, overseeing timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure smooth execution across projects.

• Manage scheduling, research, and production logistics for podcast episodes, shorts, social media, and live events.

• Collaborate on editorial direction and develop timely, news-driven episode concepts.

• Coordinate logistics, run-of-show, and production timelines for live podcast recordings and related in-person or virtual events.

• Track and manage deliverables, budgets, vendor contracts, and any promotional partnerships for live podcast events..

• Track guest outreach and performance analytics using platforms like Megaphone, YouTube, and podcast analytics tools.

Strategic Communications

• Draft high-quality materials including media pitches, press releases, social media, briefing documents, and other content as needed. 

• Identify media opportunities and contribute to traditional earned media strategies as appropriate.

• Monitor news cycles, conduct research, and support thought leadership positioning across multiple platforms.

• Collaborate on new business proposals and contribute to idea generation for firm growth.

You’re perfect for this job if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, political science, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in journalism, media, podcast production or public relations required.

• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to craft persuasive, tailored content quickly.

• Excellent editorial judgment and understanding of current affairs, global politics, and media trends.

• Proven ability to pitch stories and secure media coverage and/or guest bookings.

• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Ability to analyze podcasting analytics data and familiarity with platforms such as Megaphone, YouTube, and Spotify

• Proficient in editing/production tools such as Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, and Canva 

• Familiarity with media databases, podcast platforms, and social media strategy.

Benefits:

• 100% of Platinum Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance Plan fully-paid

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Year-end bonus, based on work review

• $1000/year wellness subsidy

• Technology subsidy

• 5 weeks of remote work/year, which increases with time

• Retirement plan, eligible after 1 year of full-time employment  

• Eligibility for a subsidized remote work program in Spain 

• Opportunity for global travel

• Business development bonus

• Subsidized food and drinks at the office

• Subsidized sports and entertainment events

This position is full time and would be hybrid in-person at our Alexandria, VA office, but candidates must be located in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com. 

The Communications + Journalism Fellow is a 3-6 month position for recent graduates or early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in strategic communications, learn the agency perspective, and make meaningful contributions to Global Situation Room (GSR), Situation Room Studios (SRS), and our clients. Fellows work closely with experienced communications professionals to support public affairs and communications engagements through research, analysis, writing, media strategy, and account support.

The Fellowship also includes a podcast journalism component, offering opportunities through Situation Room Studios (SRS) to work on podcasts covering topics from international affairs to pharma to emerging tech. Fellows collaborate with former Bloomberg and NPR producers and experienced journalists to develop engaging, informative, newsworthy, audience-ready content that advances client and firm thought leadership.

Fellows receive mentorship and direct client exposure, are evaluated throughout the term, and strong performers may be considered for conversion to a full-time role at the conclusion of the Fellowship.

Responsibilities:

Public Affairs / Strategic Communications Support

• Provide day-to-day client account support, including research, analysis, and contributions to strategy and messaging materials.

• Support earned media strategy and execution: build media lists, draft pitches, track outreach, prepare media engagement materials, and compile results reports.

• Compile daily/weekly media monitoring reports with clear summaries and insights.

• Conduct industry, news/media, and competitor research to inform recommendations and deliverables.

• Assist in the organization and coordination of events for clients and GSR, as well as drafting content to support the social media team.

Podcast / Journalism Support

• Draft in-depth research briefs, episode outlines, and interview prep materials—accurately and on deadline.

• Support pre-interviews and guest/segment preparation; provide constructive feedback post-interview when needed.

• Write scripts, show descriptions, and promotional copy for episodes and related content.

• Support guest and topic ideation, outreach, scheduling, and coordination with hosts and stakeholders.

• Create compelling social content to amplify episodes and studio work.

• Assist with planning and execution of podcast-related events as needed.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

You’re perfect for this job if you have:

• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to self-motivate in a collaborative environment.

• Demonstrated interest in podcasts and/or media; comfort working on fast-moving news and communications tasks.

• Experience producing digital/audio content; familiarity with tools like Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, and Canva (or similar).

• Able to multi-task and approach assignments independently.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (or current progress toward one) in journalism, communications, public relations, political science, international/government affairs, or a related field.

• Prior experience developing research and/or communications materials preferred.

• Media pitching and/or agency experience preferred.

This is a paid fellowship—fees commensurate with experience. As a fellow, you will not be eligible for company benefits during the fellowship term. This position would be full-time (40 hours per week) with a hybrid in-person schedule at our Alexandria, VA office. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com. 

As a Communications Associate, you will support several clients, helping to create high-quality products and opportunities to elevate their message.   We will look to your keen insights and analysis to identify emerging trends.  The role often involves the creation of compelling written content, along with event organization, and precision outreach to journalists.  At GSR, you will have the opportunity to play a critical role in contributing to some of the most important conversations taking place today.

Responsibilities:

• Serving as a key member of the account team, developing core components from a client’s strategic plans

• Exceeding client expectations with exceptional work 

• Independently managing multiple deliverables while working closely with internal teams on overall execution

• Drafting written materials in a timely fashion with little input or editing required by account managers

• Effectively engaging media on behalf of clients, including pitching stories, organizing interviews, and preparing background briefings

• Compiling daily and weekly media monitoring reports for clients with insightful media summaries and analyses

• Keeping a finger on the pulse of the latest news trends

• Conducting in-depth research and analysis

• Executing extraordinary client events, meetings, and virtual engagements

• Working collaboratively with our business development team to identify potential clients

  You’re perfect for this job if you have:

• A BA/BS degree 

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a public relations /  communications agency, or relevant in-house experience

• A demonstrated understanding of news media and analyzing news trends

• Experience writing and developing press materials, including media pitches

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• Strong problem-solving and strategic, critical thinking skills

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

• A collaborative, positive attitude and you are self-motivated

• Familiarity with social media marketing strategies and analytics

Benefits:

• 100% of Platinum Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance, paid in full

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Year-end bonus, eligibility based on work review

• Eligibility after 1 year of full-time employment in company retirement plan

• $1000/year wellness subsidy

• Technology subsidy

• 5 weeks of remote work/year, which increases with time

• Eligibility for a subsidized remote work program in Spain

• Opportunity to travel

• Business development bonus

• Subsidized food and drinks at the office

• Subsidized sports and entertainment events

This position would be hybrid in-person at our Alexandria, VA office but candidates must be located in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com. 

We are seeking a talented and proactive Senior Communications Associate to join our team. The Senior Communications Associate plays a key role in supporting client accounts through media relations, content development, research, and strategic communications initiatives.

This position requires strong writing, project management, media relations, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. As a member of a small, high-performing team, the Senior Communications Associate will be expected to take ownership of projects, contribute ideas, support business development efforts, and help drive successful outcomes for clients and the firm.

Responsibilities:

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Support the onboarding, training, and mentorship of junior team members.

• Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Client Support & Account Management

• Support account teams in executing communications programs across multiple clients.

• Manage projects and deliverables to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.

• Help anticipate client needs and identify opportunities to advance client objectives.

• Consistently deliver high-quality work that exceeds client expectations.

Content Development & Strategic Communications

• Draft and edit a wide range of communications materials, including press releases, media pitches, op-eds, blogs, social media content, briefing materials, reports, and event collateral.

• Support the development and execution of communications strategies and campaigns.

• Monitor news, industry developments, and emerging trends relevant to client priorities.

• Conduct research to support client programs, thought leadership initiatives, and new business opportunities.

Media & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, influencers, and other stakeholders.

• Identify and pursue media opportunities that support client goals

• Monitor media coverage and contribute insights and recommendations to account teams.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across client accounts to ensure seamless execution of projects and initiatives.

• Contribute ideas, creative solutions, and strategic recommendations to support client success.

• Assist with mentoring and training junior team members.

Business Development

• Support proposal development and new business initiatives.

• Conduct research and competitive analysis for prospective clients and growth opportunities.

• Contribute to efforts that strengthen client relationships and support firm growth.

You’re perfect for this job if you have:

• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong problem-solving, research, and critical-thinking abilities.

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

• Positive, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.

• Familiarity with media relations, social media, and communications best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations or other related field is required.

• 3 years of previous experience in public relations/communications agency, or in-house experience is required. 

• Demonstrated understanding of news media. 

• Previous experience writing and developing PR materials, such as press releases, media strategies, media pitches, communications strategies, social media content, event invitations, etc. 

Benefits:

• 100% of Platinum Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance, paid in full

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Year-end bonus, eligibility based on work review

• Eligibility after 1 year of full-time employment in company retirement plan

• $1000/year wellness subsidy

• Technology subsidy

• 5 weeks of remote work/year, which increases with time

• Eligibility for a subsidized remote work program in Spain

• Opportunity to travel

• Business development bonus

• Subsidized food and drinks at the office

• Subsidized sports and entertainment events

  This position would be hybrid in-person at our Alexandria, VA office but candidates must be located in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com.

As a Communications Assistant, you will support several clients, helping to create high-quality products and opportunities to elevate their message.  We will look to your keen insights and analysis to identify emerging trends.  The role often involves the creation of compelling written content, along with event organization, and precision outreach to journalists.  At GSR, you will have the opportunity to play a critical role in contributing to some of the most important conversations taking place today.

Responsibilities:

• Support proactive and reactive media strategies led by the account manager across multiple client accounts, including compiling media lists, drafting and sending pitches, tracking outreach and results reports.

• Compile daily and weekly media monitoring reports for client accounts with insightful media summaries and analyses.

• Conduct and provide insight on  industry research, news / media research and competitor research audits / vetting. 

• Draft in-depth research briefs in a timely fashion with little supervisor input or editing required.

• Assist in the organization and coordination of events for clients and GSR.

  You’re perfect for this job if:

• You’re a go-getter and proactively look for ways to support your team.

• You’re a detail-oriented collaborator who enjoys working in a fast-paced, professional environment.

• You work well under pressure with limited guidance. 

• You're an excellent communicator and writer. 

• You’re an extreme news consumer – you know where to insert clients in the news cycle.

• You’re looking to grow with a team that believes in empowering people, growing talent, and providing equal opportunity.

• BA/BS degree in public relations, crisis communications, media relations or a related field (Required)

• A minimum of 1 year experience at a PR / marketing agency 

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills 

• Experience writing and developing communications materials 

• Experience media pitching is preferred 

• Strong ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines

• Collaborative, positive attitude and ability to self-motivate

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

Benefits:

• 100% of Platinum Kaiser Permanente Health Insurance, paid in full

• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

• Year-end bonus, eligibility based on work review

• Eligibility after 1 year of full-time employment in company retirement plan

• $1000/year wellness subsidy

• Technology subsidy

• 5 weeks of remote work/year, which increases with time

• Eligibility for a subsidized remote work program in Spain

• Opportunity to travel

• Business development bonus

• Subsidized food and drinks at the office

• Subsidized sports and entertainment events

This position would be hybrid in-person at our Alexandria, VA office but candidates must be located in the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia area. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references to careers@globalsitroom.com.