The Ohio Democratic Party is seeking a Deputy Communications Director

[sr...@ohiodems.org]

The Ohio Democratic Party is seeking a Deputy Communications Director.  This individual will work to support the overall messaging strategy for the Ohio Democratic Party and will assist with executing a comprehensive research program for the cycle.  This position has a wide range of responsibilities including (but not limited to):

 

·         Assisting with development and implementation of over-arching communications strategy, plans and messages for the State Party

·         Drafting press releases, thematic memos, talking points, rapid responses and other media outreach materials 

·         Facilitating press conferences and other earned media events

·         Compiling press and issues information and writing briefings

·         Working with legislative leadership, labor, and other partners to take advantage of press opportunities

·         Maintaining and updating media lists

·         Monitoring local and national press for relevant stories and developments

·         Conducting online database (i.e. Lexis-Nexis), media (TVeyes) courthouse, campaign finance, public record, corporate and business filings, and tracking research

·         Conducting and overseeing research projects

 

This position reports directly to the Communications Director with substantial involvement from Executive Director of ODP.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants should have:

·         Minimum of 3 years experience working in communications; some research experience (preferably political) required

·         Experience with all aspects of social media

·         Excellent writing and analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment

·         Experience with campaign operations and political communications

·         Strong working knowledge of Lexis Nexis and Microsoft Office Suite; some database skills

·         Ohio ties a plus

 

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, two writing samples and references to HR Director Sarah Ross at SR...@ohiodems.org.