EMPLOYER:
Common Cause
1133 19th St., NW #900
Washington, D.C. 20036
www.commoncause.org
DEPARTMENT: Communications
POSITION AVAILABLE: National Media Strategist—Position located in DC
REPORTS TO: VP Communications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for day-to-day management of Common Cause contacts with the media; working as part of communications team, will help generate national media coverage of Common Cause to advance our issues strategically with a particular emphasis on national media outlets.
RESPONSIBILITIES: To cultivate and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, bookers and producers, as well as allied media staff; pitch stories; oversee distribution of press releases; manage media database; track and distribute daily clips; coordinate media interviews with Common Cause spokespeople; provide talking points and other related support as needed. In addition, assist in writing and editing a range of materials, including press releases, social media content, web and blog writing, member engagement and other communications needs for Common Cause, its President and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in media relations; strong writing and editing skills; high energy level; knowledge of congressional or state legislative operations or political campaigns, interest and commitment to advancing public interest reforms; ability to work in close collaboration with others; demonstrated ability to work under pressure and perform a variety of tasks; well organized and attentive to detail.
TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to the Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include NATIONAL MEDIA STRATEGIST—WASHINGTON DC in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546. No phone calls please. Applicants are encouraged to respond as soon as possible.
ABOUT COMMON CAUSE:
Common Cause is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to restoring core values of American Democracy, reinventing an open, honest, and accountable government that works for the public interest, and empowering ordinary people to make their voices heard.
Founded 45 years ago, Common Cause has 400,000 members and supporters, and chapters in 35 states around the country. At the national and state level, Common Cause is actively engaged in defending and advancing the core values of our democracy, which include politics not dominated by money, full access to voting and fair elections, economic opportunity for all, an ethical and accountable government, and an open and democratic media. More information can be found at: www.commoncause.org.
Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.
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