The Doug Jones for Senate Campaign seeks communications staff for the 2020 election. These roles will span Communications Assistant to Deputy Communications Director, depending on skills and experience.
This will be one of the most competitive Senate races in the country in 2020 and we're looking for a talented and energetic communications professionals ready to work with a team and help us take advantage of digital, press opportunities across many different channels. We are assembling a diverse team and value demonstrated talent and commitment.
These are full-time positions based out of Birmingham, Alabama through the 2020 election.
The core responsibilities of these staffers include:
Implementing long-term communications strategy in concert with senior campaign staff
Taking advantage of rapid-response opportunities in the news cycle for media and fundraising
Drafting communications for website, social media, press releases, op-eds, letters-to-the-editor, and other communication channels
Ensuring message continuity across all communication channels
Fielding press requests and placing stories in local and national publications
Creating visual assets like social media share graphics, short videos, etc
Securing press coverage of events and rallies
Taking high-quality photo and video of campaign rallies and events
Travel to document in-state and national initiatives
Developing relationships with reporters and press nationally and in the states
Monitoring and tracking local and national press for relevant stories and developments
Other tasks as assigned and necessary
Based in Alabama or willing to relocate upon hire
The ideal candidates will have some combination of the following:
Experience in political communication or equivalent experience for a political, non-profit, or advocacy group
Experience directly developing and implementing communications strategies, particularly campaign communications and earned media
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of photo/graphic editing software such as Photoshop or similar
Ability to create video assets
Experience taking high-quality photos and videos at events
Familiarity with social media tactics and execution
Basic familiarity with NGP VAN preferred
Ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks and manage rapid response as necessary
The ability to pitch in on diverse projects and pick up new skills quickly
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
To apply, email a cover letter, resume, and three references to 2020Jobs@dougjones.com.
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