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Our Values

We Are

Enduring
Long-time trusted advisors and leaders in the communities where we live and work.

We Are

Intentional
Rooted in research, strategy-led, purposeful and deliberate.

We Are

Humancentric
Committed to collaboration, respect and empathy and instill integrity, warmth and kindness in everything we do.

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Inclusive
Insist on diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skill sets and are committed to a workforce reflective of our community and culture.

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Curious
Seek to address issues through innovative, disruptive and creative ideas.

Open Positions

LOCATIONS: (Hybrid) Columbia, SC, Charleston, SC, Charlotte, NC

Chernoff Newman is passionate about solving problems through creative communications. We enjoy the folks we spend our days with, whether it’s inside the office or outside after hours. We have a relentless curiosity, no matter what discipline we’re working within, and that drives our passion for creativity. It also fuels a culture of collaboration and fun. We live in a team environment, where we truly work across all disciplines in our marketing efforts. And the most important member of our team? That’s our client. This approach, where we put our clients first, helps us work together as a unified team. A team built to connect with consumers on a personal level. Technology may drive this engagement, but people are who really make it happen.

We’re in search of an energetic and detail-oriented person with a great eye for design. This individual should be passionate about the industry, aware of what’s new, what’s changing, and should continually look for ways to incorporate shifts in the industry into their next project. The ideal candidate for this role tinkers with future tech, such as AI and new web technologies, and is a dreamer. This WordPress Developer should be able to work efficiently both individually and as part of a team. Ultimately, our Developers are expected to help plan and manage the tasks of generating profitable results for our clients, while working with an integrated team of agency professionals.

We are always seeking talented people with diverse perspectives who never settle for less than the best.

CN Experience

LOCATION: Columbia, SC

The Chernoff Newman internship program aims to offer a well-rounded experience that includes a deep dive into agency life. Chernoff Newman’s interns do not simply fetch coffee or stuff envelopes; they are immersed in our client and agency business work.

The program offers three internships each year in the fall, spring and summer semesters, aligning with the applicant’s school schedule.

Chernoff Newman is looking for applicants who are detail-oriented, naturally organized and passionately creative to assist our client engagement team.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Working alongside the full client engagement team
  • Assisting with client and internal meeting prep and minutes
  • Preparing client-facing documents and research
  • Assisting in monitoring and reporting on various accounts and campaigns
  • Coordinate and manage tasks as assigned by the client engagement team 

Candidate requirements:

  • A team player with a positive, get-it-done attitude
  • A self-starter with the ability to assess tasks and prioritize
  • A creative problem solver with acute attention to detail
  • A people-person with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Applicants are expected to work 15-20 hours each week and are compensated $12/hour

To apply, please submit a resumé and cover letter to Erin McBride:

LOCATION: Columbia, SC

The Chernoff Newman internship program aims to offer a well-rounded experience that includes a deep dive of agency life. Chernoff Newman’s interns do not simply fetch coffee or stuff envelopes; they are immersed in our client and agency business work.

The program offers three internships each year in the fall, spring and summer semesters, aligning with the applicant’s school schedule.

media intern at Chernoff Newman will have good math skills, an inherent sense of curiosity and strong problem-solving skills to work in our media buying team on Facebook and Google advertising campaigns.

Responsibilities and work projects include:

  • Help with the development of digital media plans, supporting the Planner/Buyer
  • Assist with setting up and monitoring Facebook and Google campaigns, ensuring accuracy and optimizing of KPIs
  • Help ensure creative specifications are provided and the final creative is uploaded
  • Assist with reporting and analyzing buys post-campaign
  • Assist in reconciling buys and clearing billing

Requirements:

  • Bright, engaging self-starter who thrives on collaborating with others
  • Seek solutions before being asked or prompted
  • Detail-oriented, diligent with each task and can work on multiple initiatives
  • Excellent math skills, comfortable working with spreadsheets
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have an interest in social media and advertising
  • Desire to learn and grow professionally at a leading communications firm
  • Current enrollment in a related BS or BA

Applicants are expected to work 15-20 hours each week and are compensated $12/hour.

To apply, please submit a resumé and cover letter to Erin McBride:

LOCATION: Columbia, SC | Charleston, SC | Charlotte, NC

The Chernoff Newman internship program aims to offer a well-rounded experience that includes a deep dive of agency life. Chernoff Newman’s interns do not simply fetch coffee or stuff envelopes; they are immersed in our account and client teams and work.

The program offers three internships each year in the fall, spring and summer semesters, aligning with the applicant’s school schedule.

A Public Relations/Social Media intern at Chernoff Newman will assist full-time employees in many ways including event planning, press release writing and distribution, social media writing, planning and analyzing, and other traditional public relations tasks that may arise while the intern is at the agency.

Responsibilities and work projects include:

  • Assisting in the coordination and implementation of various projects/client accounts
  • Drafting social media content for client and agency accounts
  • Providing research and data entry support
  • Creating analytics reports for various departments including PR/social, paid media and web
  • Assisting team members with account service tasks including writing conference reports and entering to-dos in a project management database

Requirements:

  • Self-starter with a strong desire to learn.
  • Exceptional time management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Existing knowledge of traditional social media platforms.
  • Current enrollment in a related BS or BA

Applicants are expected to work 20 hours each week and are compensated $12/hour.

To apply, please submit a resumé and cover letter to Erin McBride

LOCATION: Columbia, SC | Charleston, SC

The Chernoff Newman internship program aims to offer a well-rounded experience that includes a deep dive of agency life. Chernoff Newman’s interns do not simply fetch coffee or stuff envelopes; they are immersed in our client and agency business work.

The program offers three internships each year in the fall, spring and summer semesters, aligning with the applicant’s school schedule.

Strategic Communications intern at Chernoff Newman will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a passion for government and politics, and the ability to work at a quick pace without losing attention to detail.

Responsibilities and work projects include:

  • Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on public policy issues, legislative matters, and government activity. Analyze and synthesize information to provide comprehensive insights to assist our team in formulating effective communication strategies and initiatives.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor and track key developments in the public sector, including legislative activities, policy debates, and media coverage. Prepare regular reports and briefings summarizing the findings for internal distribution.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Assist in building and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders in the public sector, including government officials, policymakers, and community leaders. Contribute to the development of engagement strategies and participate in meetings and events as needed.
  • Content Creation: Support the creation of compelling content for various channels, such as op-eds, newsletters, white papers, social media posts, and website updates. Collaborate with the internal team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of messages.
  • Project Support: Provide general administrative support, including scheduling meetings, organizing documents, managing databases, and other ad hoc tasks as assigned. Contribute to the planning and execution of campaigns, events, and communications initiatives by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and monitoring project progress.
  • Media Outreach: Prepare media lists, assist with media pitching and monitor media coverage.

Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program including but not limited to public policy, political science, or government affairs.
  • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to compile complex information into clear and concise reports.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other relevant software.
  • Previous experience in public affairs, government relations, or related fields is a plus but not required.

Applicants are expected to work 15-20 hours each week and are compensated $12/hour.

To apply, please submit a resumé and cover letter to Erin McBride: