Responsibilities

• Translate mission and priorities into clear communications strategies and thematic campaigns. Develop audience-centered messaging and engagement plans.
• Track metrics and adapt tactics based on performance data.
• Execute copy development and design for printed materials in collaboration with internal team and agency/freelance specialists.
• Own digital strategy and execution. Manage our social channels, engage with followers, build community and humanize our mission. Create relevant and engaging posts that build our following.
• Concept, shoot, and edit high-quality short-form video.
• Monitor the Ohio political landscape and produce real-time social assets that position The Matriots as a leading voice in the conversation.
• Draft speeches, talking points, and other messaging for staff and board, as needed.
• Develop relationships with key media outlets and lead responses to press inquiries.
• Manage website content and updates (WordPress or similar CMS).
• Work closely with development staff to create donor communications and campaign assets.

Requirements

• Collaborative Leader and Self-Starter : You bring sound judgment, humility, and professionalism to your work. You are able to lead when needed, collaborate effectively within a mission-driven team, and operate independently with confidence in complex, fast-moving environments.
• Values Alignment : You believe in our five key values (https://matriotsohio.com/about/) while respecting the non-partisan nature of the organization and the membership.
• Content Creator : You must have a proven track record of creating content (video, design, and writing) that has moved an audience to action.
• Political Pulse : You’re deeply invested in shattering glass ceilings and possess a nuanced grasp of the unique socio-political climate across Ohio.
• Agility : You thrive on tight deadlines and can pivot your creative direction as the news cycle shifts.
• You've developed and executed communications strategy in the non-profit sector and are also a hands-on project manager and content creator.
• You have a deep passion for gender equity in leadership and a solid grasp of the Ohio political landscape.

Benefits

• Employee will receive 10 paid holidays and 120 hours PTO each year. The Matriots office is closed between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, and employee receives paid holidays for any weekday (Monday-Friday) that occurs during that time period.