Description
Hattaway Communications, Inc., a Washington, DC –based strategic communications firm, helps visionary leaders and organizations achieve ambitious goals that benefit people and the planet. We work with high-profile clients in politics,government, advocacy, philanthropy and business.
Our clients have included political leaders like Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Vice President Al Gore; government agencies, such as the US Agency for International Development and the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center; leading nonprofit and advocacy organizations, such as CARE and the American Federation of Teachers; and some of the world's top foundations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Ford Foundation.
We offer our clients a full range of communications products and services, from research, strategy, and message development to fully integrated campaigns that utilize advertising, new media, news media and other tools.
We are a team of innovators, seeking to revolutionize the way progressives communicate. Our work draws on tools and techniques from business, politics, social psychology, visual design, grassroots organizing and social media. It's a powerful combination of art, science and real-world experience that can achieve real impact.
Research is central to everything we do. Our researchers work on project teams with our other communications professionals, giving you the opportunity to transform your research into actionable strategies, motivating messages and engaging campaigns. Our team-centered approach gives you the chance to flex your analytical, strategic and creative muscles.
Job Description
We're seeking a Research Director to grow our research department and lead the team in innovating, productizing and conducting top-quality quantitative and qualitative research. The research department produces a wide variety of data to inform strategic planning, positioning, message development and campaign execution--utilizing public opinion studies,
market segmentation, in-depth interviews, message workshops, media content analyses, and more.
This position offers a great opportunity for a rising research star to put your talent, knowledge and creativity to work for meaningful causes. You'll have the chance to build a dynamic research team and try out new approaches, while delivering top-flight research to discerning clients. Hattaway Communications offers an exciting, fast-paced environment, and we are looking for a creative, driven team player.
The ideal candidate will have a diverse background and skill set, with experience serving organizations in business, as well as politics and/or advocacy; sophisticated qualitative and quantitative skills; and training in social psychology or related fields.
Responsibilities include:
Mentoring research associates and managing subcontractors to produce sophisticated quantitative and qualitative research.
Overseeing all aspects of the research process, from design to fielding, analysis and reporting, ensuring the quality and reliability of data.
Managing the research team’s production of briefs, reports, and other research products.
Offering research-based ideas for developing persuasive messages and engaging communications strategies.
Presenting research findings and recommendations to clients.
Staying current on research techniques used in social psychology, consumer marketing, and politics.
Managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work.
Contributing to the firm’s growth, working with the leadership team on business development and planning.
Qualifications include:
A Master's degree or PhD and 5-10 years of experience in an academic institution and/or market research firm.
Experience in branding and marketing for organizations in business, advocacy, politics and/or philanthropy.
Research and analytical skills for qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
Background in social psychology and familiarity with the science of persuasion, motivation, and related fields.
Experience using research to inform the development of messages, marketing strategies, and creative content.
Professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
Excellent writing, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meeting high quality standards while meeting deadlines and budgets.
Experience working with high-level personnel in high-profile organizations.
Deep interest in domestic and international policy issues, with a desire to grow with a dynamic firm.
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: settleson@verizon.net, subject line: HC Research Director.
No phone calls, please.