[GAINPOWER.org: Jobs That Are Left] Michigan House Dems Seeking Comms Fellow

June 12, 2020

[GAINPOWER.org: Jobs That Are Left] Michigan House Dems Seeking Comms Fellow

The Michigan House Democratic Fund is seeking a thoughtful, driven, and results-oriented fellows to join a team of passionate people, working dutifully to achieve our mission of electing Democrats and putting our state on the right path forward. 

ROLE OVERVIEW During this selective 12-week paid fellowship program, campaign fellows will learn and engage in cutting-edge political strategies. This program is designed to test, train, and develop a new class of Michigan campaign operatives and help to expand our campaign efforts across the state. Fellows will be given a monthly stipend of $400 and compensated for essential travel with prior approval.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The communications fellow will be based in Lansing and report directly to Kate Kelly and Alexandra Ennis. Responsibilities will include:
● Assisting with cross-channel content development for certain communications of our Michigan house campaigns. Campaign communication channels include - but are not limited to:
- Social media
- Website
- Candidate/Campaign events

  • Assisting the finance team with fundraising emails

  • Assisting the Comms Director with the candidate endorsement process

  • Assisting with caucus, candidate events, providing comms and logistics support as needed


QUALIFICATIONS

  • A proven track record of consistently meeting established deadlines and uses time effectively while managing multiple, simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment 

  • The ideal candidate is passionate about movement building by embracing all people, traditions, and state culture. 

  • The ability to be an excellent team player and collaborator 

  • Excellent writing skills and a high attention to detail

  • Willingness to jump in without hesitation to any task - big or small 

  • An ongoing interest in continued learning and adaptation based on best practices 

  • Google Docs, Dropbox, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office/Excel experience is preferred, but not required

  • Experience working on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram 


HOW TO APPLY Please send a resume, 3 references, and a cover letter explaining why you are passionate about electing Democrats in to Kate Kelly at kkelly@mihousedems.com. Put "MHD Communications Fellowship" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 


The Michigan House Democratic Fund is an equal opportunity employer. MHDF believes every employee has the right to work in an environment free from unlawful discrimination as is consistent with our commitment to diversity, respect and inclusion. 


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