Communications Director at Forward Party | District of Columbia, USA | $150K/yr – $175K/yr

Communications Director

District of Columbia, USA (Remote)

$150K/yr – $175K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

Job Summary

Own the media strategy and rapid-response operations to amplify Forward’s message across traditional and emerging channels, coordinating with leadership, volunteers, and journalists for broad, credible reach.

Media strategy and outreach: define channels, metrics, and engagement approaches for younger voters.
Content and appearances: oversee content, podcasting, and media appearances to expand reach.
Surrogate coordination and cross-team alignment: manage surrogate programs and ensure consistent messaging across departments.

Job Description

Building out a New Media infrastructure
Define channels, metrics for success, and strategies to engage with younger voters through the media they engage with most
Implement strategies and content development that use these channels to increase Forward’s reach, through both organic and paid growth
Media Engagement
Represent the Forward Party in media appearances, including TV interviews, podcasts, press conferences, and public events.
Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media outlets to ensure consistent and favorable coverage of the Forward Party’s initiatives.
Strategic Messaging
Develop and oversee communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences and align with the Forward Party’s mission and values.
Collaborate with leadership and other departments to craft unified and impactful messaging.
Work with volunteer groups across the country to ensure consistent messaging by Forward Party leaders and candidates

Proven experience (8+ years) in communications, media relations, or public relations.
Experience working through new media channels, either directly or through oversight.
Exceptional public speaking and on-camera presence, with the ability to build rapport with diverse audiences.
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft clear and compelling messages.
A creative, forward-thinking approach to engaging with the public.

Familiarity with podcast production, digital platforms, and multimedia storytelling is a plus

Forward Party

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The Forward Party stands for doing, not dividing. That means rejecting political extremes and working together to take real action on every important issue for the unrepresented majority in American politics. We're not building a copy of the current parties, which are dragging our country backwards. We're moving American politics forward, with a party focused on innovative, collaborative, and common-sense solutions that work for the majority.

Founded in 2022

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

150 employees (15 in marketing)

forwardparty.com

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