Midwest Congressional Campaign - Communications Director

[Campaign Resumes]

Title:                    Communications Director

Department:      Communications                                                                                        

Reports to:         Campaign Manager

Type:                    Full-Time beginning on July 1^st; Salary based on experience

 

Description / Duties:

 

Midwest Congressional campaign is seeking a Communications Director who is a driven, self-motivated individual. This position will manage the campaign’s communications department. The candidate will also be instrumental in working with the campaign’s consulting team on digital and traditional messaging. This position will report to Campaign Manager.

 

Duties:

 

·        Have authority over objectives, staffing, and budgeting within the Communications Department.

·        Develop both monthly and election cycle communications plans on the behalf of the campaign.

·        Be the main point of contact between the campaign and media and be responsible for maintaining relations with both in-state and national press.

·        Be responsible for maintaining the communications calendar for the campaign.

·        Plan and execute story pitching to media outlets.

·        Develop communications strategies and messaging based on polling and opposition research to illustrate candidate contrast

·        Work with the candidate on external communications projects.

 

Minimum Requirements:

 

·        Previous political communications experience.

·        Possess strong communication and organizational skills.

·        Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and thrives in an independent environment.

·        Previous relationships with midwestern or national members of the media strongly preferred.

·        Has reliable transportation.

 

Disclaimer:

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

 

Interested applicants should email a resume, and list of 3 references to campaignr...@gmail.com no later than June 19^th at 5:00 pm.

 

The Congressional Campaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.