
Strategic Communications Assistant
Job Title: Strategic Communications Assistant
Location: Boston, MA (onsite)
Position Type: Full-Time, ASAP
About the Company:
Cherish uses advanced radar technology, sensor platforms and AI to provide in-home safety and health monitoring solutions for people aging or living with health challenges — our grandparents, parents, children, and many of us. We can spot emergencies or health risks early and get them help fast - all without invading their privacy.
We are an experienced and close-knit team of visionaries, business leaders, technologists, creatives, operators, and health and wellness professionals. We are driven by how we care about the people we serve — our loved ones and yours. We show up with urgency daily to create and deliver solutions that will change people’s lives at scale in deeply meaningful ways.
Job Overview:
We’re seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Strategic Communications Assistant to support our marketing and public relations efforts to key external stakeholders and supporting executives in internal communications. This entry-level position will help us build our brand presence, engage with key stakeholders, and drive awareness through various marketing channels, including digital campaigns, trade shows, and media outreach.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in many areas of a rapidly growing start up.
Key Responsibilities:
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Executive Support and Cross-Team Collaboration:
- Supporting CEO with
- Calendar coordination
- Travel logistics
- Work closely with the product and design teams to ensure marketing and PR efforts align with business goals and key messaging.
- Provide feedback on customer and media interactions to improve product positioning and messaging.
- Supporting CEO with
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Marketing and PR Support:
- Help create engaging content, including one pagers, banners, newsletters, and infographics, to showcase our products and industry insights.
- Assist in organizing and promoting events
- Help write press releases, media kits, and other PR materials related to product launches, events, and industry news.
- Assist in building relationships with media and healthcare industry influencers to gain coverage and brand visibility.
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Trade Show & Event Support:
- Assist with logistics for industry trade shows, conferences, and expos, including managing attendee coordination, and promotional materials. Helping to design the look and strategy behind activations.
- Collaborate with the team to track leads and follow-up with potential partners or customers after events.
- Research industry trends, competitors, and new innovations in health tech to help keep our marketing efforts fresh and aligned with market needs.
- Work with the team to brainstorm creative ideas for increasing brand awareness and customer engagement in the health tech community.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Interest in health tech and/or the consumer technology industries.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for a broad audience.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace.
Preferred (But Not Required):
- Experience with design tools (Figma, Powerpoint, etc.)
- Previous experience supporting or attending trade shows, conferences, or industry events.
- Passion for innovative technologies and their impact on people’s lives.
What We Offer:
- A dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment in the growing health tech space.
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology.
- Opportunities to learn and grow in marketing, PR, and event planning.
- Exposure to industry-leading trade shows and events.
- Health insurance, flexible hours, unlimited PTO, gym membership
- Located in beautiful downtown Boston
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume to vanessa@cherishhealth.com