Account Executive, Democratic Direct Mail Firm (Washington, D.C.)

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Feb 21, 2017, 5:30:51 PM2/21/17

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Title: Account Executive
Reports to: President

Location: Washington, D.C.

Our firm works with Democrats and progressive organizations across the country to strategize, develop and execute direct mail campaigns that integrate eye-catching design and cutting-edge targeting to craft impactful messaging for campaigns. Our clients include U.S. Senators and Representatives, prominent Independent Expenditure entities, statewide officials and legislative caucuses, and leading progressive advocacy organizations. We take pride in our diverse and talented staff, and believe that our company should reflect America’s diversity.

The Account Executive will be an integral member of a small team of smart, creative, and witty political nerds, and your job will be to ensure all aspects of a client’s program are executed properly. You will work with the president, clients and production manager, while overseeing artists, proofreaders, and any account managers. You’ll be heavily involved in every stage of the production of direct mail – from its earliest stages of campaign strategy, concepting and writing, and ensuring every piece is expertly written, designed, and executed. The ability to keep and meet deadlines, as well as balance constantly shifting priorities, is essential.

Primary Responsibilities:

Collaborate with president and clients to determine message strategy.
Actively participate in the concepting and writing of mail pieces and collateral, including performing web-based research, stock image search, and selecting appropriate client photos.
Work with graphic designers to execute firm’s creative goals, including managing all rounds of edits and ensuring each piece is flawless before being put into production.
Interface with clients to meet deadlines and secure sign-offs.
Partner with production manager to oversee and manage daily production schedule.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 4 to 6 years of work experience in a campaign, non-profit, communications, or related field. Direct mail experience not required, but is a plus.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment, particularly with organizing, prioritizing, and managing multiple projects with a team of people.
Excellent writing, grammar and proofing skills, with keen attention to detail and a creative eye for design.
Ability to communicate professionally and directly with clients.
Willingness and availability to work long and irregular hours, including weekends.
Targeting and VAN experience, as well as InDesign and Photoshop experience, are not required but preferred.
Candidates available through the 2018 election cycle are preferred.

This is a full-time, salaried position with competitive benefits package including health insurance, employer-matched retirement benefits, and generous paid vacation time. Salary commensurate with experience.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample to DC.De...@gmail.com by March 6, 2017. The start date is flexible from March – April 2017.