Responsibilities

• Support key aspects of the organization’s day-to-day communications needs, including executing network-wide emails, responding to media inquiries, supporting brand development, and managing LP’s website and social media channels.
• Work with national and state-based LP staff to develop and execute communications strategies for issue-based campaigns and projects. This includes developing messaging frames and talking points; drafting and pitching press releases, statements, op-eds/letters to editors, and other public facing materials; and writing social media copy and creating graphics to be used by LP, members, and coalition partners.
• Provide direct support to LP members, including strategic communications guidance and media training/media prep.
• Work closely with and collaborate across the entire LP team to effectively disseminate network-related news, organizing opportunities, reports and policy briefs, and other resources.
• Help to grow Local Progress's press lists and cultivate relationships with national and local reporters.

Requirements

• 6 years of experience with at least 3 years of communications experience in advocacy, political, or public policy related fields. Ideal experience is work on racial and economic justice issues
• Experience developing and executing communications plans with strong experience in both media relations and social media management
• Ability to keep multiple projects on track, drive projects independently, anticipate obstacles and identify ways to navigate challenges, and communicate expectations and progress regularly with a remote team
• Attention to detail with the ability to convey and translate complex information for a variety of audiences and settings
• Creative and proactive in identifying and co-conceiving creative communications opportunities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with Local Progress members, organizational partners, and staff
• A demonstrated commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and an interest in local policy, politics, and government
• Proficiency with EveryAction or other content management system
• Proficiency with Muck Rack or other media relations/public relations platform

Preferred

• Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated experience working with Spanish-speaking spokespeople and cultivating relationships with Spanish-language media outlets and reporters.

Benefits

• health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, five weeks of vacation per year, 20 sick days per year, paid holidays, and contributions to individuals’ 403(b) plans