Communications Director - Statewide Ballot Initiative - Florida

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Beth Matuga

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Feb 2, 2018, 8:55:20 AM2/2/18
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Overview

The Amendment 2 ballot initiative campaign seeks a Communications Director based in Florida. The Communications Director is responsible for building a statewide communications strategy to ensure passage of Amendment 2. This is not an entry-level position and requires a general understanding of and interest in Florida statewide politics and government.


Position and Responsibilities

The Communications Director is employed by Amendment 2 and reports to the Campaign Manager. This is a full-time, salaried position through Election Day, 2018. The Communications Director should expect to work long, irregular hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Travel throughout a region and occasionally the state is necessary. Duties include, but are not limited to:


  • Creation and execution of a communications plan

  • Creation and execution of training programs

  • Social media management

  • Surrogate recruitment and management

  • Speech, op-ed and general writing

  • Planning and executing media events

  • Internal and external message guidance

  • On and off-record press interviews

  • Brand marketing

  • Creation and maintenance of press relationships

  • Outreach to current and former elected officials

  • Understanding of national and statewide political climate

  • Establish and maintain partner relationships

  • Public speaking & research

  • Administrative tasks and weekly reporting

  • Coordination with existing vendor team

  • Other duties as assigned


Requirements

Qualified candidates for this position are highly organized and able to remain on task remotely. They display calm under pressure and are able to work with a wide variety of personalities and people under demanding circumstances. Interested candidates of all parties, ethnicities, genders and backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with the following skills and qualifications preferred:


  • At least two cycles of experience in electoral politics or on campaigns

  • Experience in local/state government

  • On-record press experience

  • Willingness to work with bi-partisan organizations and groups

  • Ability to speak in front of large groups

  • Professional demeanor and comfort in social situations

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college

  • Existing connections with statewide memberships organizations

  • Excellent oral and written communications skills

  • Access to a personal vehicle and valid Florida driver’s license

  • Ability to meet deadlines and goals

  • Collaborative and collegial worker


Application

Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, send your resume (in PDF format) to be...@everybodyisfor2.com, with “A2 Political & Coalitions Director” in the subject line.


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