A top tier midwest congressional campaign is seeking a Communications Director to fulfill the following responsibilities:
· Acts as the primary on-the-record spokesperson and media liaison for the campaign;
· Develops and implements media and communications strategies for the campaign;
· Drafts press releases, memorandums for the media, talking points and candidate preparation materials;
· Stays up-to-date on current legislative and non-legislative issues which the campaign or candidate could be questioned about.
· Places and generates stories to further the campaign's message and earned press objectives;
· Staffs the candidate at earned media events;
· Develops and maintains relationships with local and national reporters;
· Works well under pressure and handles stress;
· Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends; and
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualified applicants will have the following skills and knowledge:
· Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills;
· Strong communication skills;
· Understanding of print, broadcast, and online media;
· One to two years experience as an on-the-record spokesperson
· Spanish fluency preferred but not required.
To apply please send resume and cover letter to midwestdemhouse
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