Role: Communications Director & Press Secretary
Location: New Haven, ConnecticutDeadline to Apply: Feb 16th, 2018
Role Description: Leading Democratic gubernatorial campaign looking for a qualified Communications Director who will work closely with the candidate and executive team, reporting directly to the Campaign Manager. Role will involve working closely with a famed Digital Director and all around top-notch super fun team.
- Develop communications plan & strategy
- Craft campaign message & communications
- Oversee media training
- Serve as a spokesperson for the campaign
- Draft press releases
- Coordinate with the press
- Manage a team of direct reports and interns
Qualifications: A succesful candidate should have 7+ years in political or advocacy communications. S/he must have strong communications strategy and messaging skills, strong media relationship building skills, and be an excellent writer.
- 2-3 + cycles of campaign communications experience
- Proven experience developing press contacts & pitching stories
- Experience writing & executing a communications plan
- Thrives in fast paced environment with long, irregular hours
- Knows how to crack a joke
Salary: Competitive monthly salary with fully paid health insurance.
Apply: Please email a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to campaign.for.ct@gmail.com and indicate "Communications Director" in the subject. Look forward to hearing from you!
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