PRESS SECRETARY POSITION WITH NY PROGRESSIVE LEGISLATIVE CAMPAIGN

[Al Benninghoff]

ABOUT THE PRESS SECRETARY ROLE

A competitive progressive candidate for New York State legislature in a New York City district is recruiting a full time Press Secretary as soon as possible. The Press Secretary will act as spokesperson for the campaign when appropriate, maintain and grow connections and relationships with local, state and national press, and manage the daily press operations. The Press Secretary will report to the Communications Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Pitching local, state and national media:

• Drafting press releases and statements for publication;

• Maintaining the campaign’s social media channels;

• Staffing the candidate at public events;

• Preparing the candidate for interviews and public forums;

• Monitoring local press and media mentions;

• Identifying rapid response opportunities;

• Drafting talking points, internal emails to supporters and other message-focused communications as needed.

 

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 years work in political, advocacy and/or campaign operations and communications;

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;

• Exceptional people skills and patience;

• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously under strict deadlines;

• Strong on-the-record confidence;

• Adept at reviewing crafting plans from polling data;

• Willingness and ability to travel and/or work outside of normal business hours;

• Responsive and positive team player who enjoys versatility and constant new challenges;

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Dropbox, Facebook, Twitter and other social media tools;

• Proficiency in another language a plus but not necessary.

COMPENSATION
Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resume and cover letter to ProgressiveN...@gmail.com