Marketing Consultant Jobs in Washington, DC
Marketing Consultant jobs in Washington, District of Columbia draw strong demand from federal agencies, nonprofits, government contractors, and advocacy organizations concentrated in Downtown, Capitol Hill, and the Dupont Circle corridor. Employers hiring right now include ICF, Guidehouse, and Sikich. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Covista
Covista is America's largest healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited institutions. Through personalized, tech-enabled education powered by 10,000 faculty and colleagues, Covista expands access to healthcare careers and addresses the U.S. healthcare workforce shortage at scale. Covista is the parent company of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University.
Our colleagues come from a wide range of backgrounds, business, academia, healthcare, government and nonprofits, and are part of a culture where doing exceptional work and making a meaningful difference for students and society aren't separate goals—they're one and the same. This means creating an environment where colleagues can develop new skills, build careers that match their ambitions and see the tangible impact of their work on healthcare education and workforce development. Colleagues who deliver results and embrace new tools to work smarter are valued for their contributions. But what makes working at Covista distinctive is our impact. Our faculty and colleagues don't just support healthcare education—they shape it. This isn't abstract purpose work. It's solving real problems for real people in real communities while advancing careers.
We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
For more information, visit covista.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
Job Description
Opportunity at a Glance
Covista is seeking a Marketing Director to oversee all Marketing activities for Chamberlain University’s Post Licensure programs which include RNBSN, MSN, DNP, MSW, MPH & MPAS. This role is responsible for end-to-end marketing performance—including brand positioning, demand generation, conversion optimization, and enrollment support—with a clear focus on achieving new student enrollment targets.
This leader serves as the Post Licensure Marketing lead and thought partner to the Vice President of Chamberlain Marketing, overseeing the strategic development and execution for all marketing output. Success in this role is defined by collaboratively partnering in strategy and execution with Marketing, Enrollment, and leadership to deliver enrollment targets.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Direction
- Define and lead the Post Licensure marketing strategy aligned to enrollment and revenue goals
- Translate business objectives into clear, actionable and measurable marketing plans
- Communicate strategy and performance clearly to stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Drive accountability for results, ensuring agile delivery of Marketing output to achieve enrollment targets
Marketing Tactical Execution
- Lead execution of multi-channel marketing strategies across paid media, digital, CRM, and content
- Partner across Centers of Excellence (COEs) and internal teams to deliver campaigns at speed and scale
- Continuously optimize performance using data, insights, and audience signals
- Balance speed, quality, and compliance in a highly regulated environment
Creative & Content Direction
- Lead the development of creative briefs and provide clear, actionable and strategic feedback that elevates Marketing output in collaboration with the Chamberlain Brand Director and Creative / Agency teams.
- Bring consumer insights to bear to develop content that resonates with our target audience
Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead, mentor and develop marketing talent, fostering a culture of Marketing excellence, accountability and collaboration.
- Partner closely with admissions, enrollment marketing, operations, finance and other institutional stakeholders to ensure alignment and impact.
- Contribute as a member of institutional and Covista-wide leadership committees as needed.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferably in business or marketing required, Master's Degree preferred.
- 10+ years experience in a marketing management position required.
- Proven experience overseeing a successful multi-channel marketing function required.
- Experience operating in a complex or matrix environment required.
- Background in education, healthcare or mission-driven organizations preferred.
- PC skills in Microsoft Office, internet applications, and various marketing programs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate Marketing strategic and tactical direction.
- Strong judgment across channels to maximize potential for success.
- Strategic thinking skills with the ability to connect Marketing decisions to business and enrollment outcomes.
- Comfort leveraging performance data and insights to inform Marketing strategy.
- Proven leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across cross-functional teams.
- A record of strong organizational and project leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $100,171.61 and $181,034.70. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including:
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance- 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
- Participation in Covista’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
- 12 Paid Holidays
For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.covista.com/benefits
You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation
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Marketing Consultant Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a marketing consultant job in Washington?
Washington's market rewards candidates with experience in policy communications, government affairs, or mission-driven marketing, since federal agencies, associations, and contractors dominate local hiring. Concentrations are heaviest Downtown, in the Penn Quarter corridor, and along K Street. Candidates who can demonstrate measurable results in stakeholder engagement, digital campaigns for regulated industries, or brand strategy for nonprofits tend to stand out in this city's competitive applicant pool.
Which companies hire marketing consultants in Washington?
Companies currently hiring marketing consultants in Washington include ICF, Guidehouse, and Sikich, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Washington's employer mix leans heavily toward government contractors, trade associations, public affairs firms, and nationally headquartered nonprofits, making it distinct from markets driven primarily by private-sector consumer brands.
Are there remote marketing consultant jobs in Washington?
Yes, marketing consulting is well-suited to remote and hybrid arrangements for strategy, content, and analytics-focused roles. About 67% of marketing consultant openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. Client-facing roles tied to federal or association accounts most commonly require some in-person presence, while digital marketing and research work tends to be the most remote-flexible in this market.
How can I get a marketing consultant job in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Washington is through contractor or associate roles at government affairs firms, trade associations, or marketing agencies that serve public-sector clients along K Street and in the broader downtown core. Entry-level titles like marketing coordinator, communications associate, or program assistant at nonprofits and advocacy groups frequently lead to consultant-track promotions. Familiarity with federal procurement cycles or policy communications gives early-career candidates a measurable edge locally.
Which industries hire the most marketing consultants in Washington?
Most marketing consultant openings in Washington sit in Technology & Software, Law & Legal Services, and Accounting & Auditing, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Washington's concentration of federal agencies, national associations, and policy-focused organizations means these sectors generate consistent, year-round demand for marketing consultants rather than the cyclical hiring patterns common in consumer-driven markets.
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