Arena · 19 hours ago
Lander for Congress: Communications Director
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$8,500/mo - $10,000/mo
5+ years expArena is seeking an experienced Communications Director for the Brad Lander for Congress campaign. The Communications Director will lead the campaign’s messaging and communications strategy, oversee media relations, and provide strategic guidance to the candidate and senior team.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead the campaign’s communications strategy and provide guidance to the candidate and senior staff on message, framing, and emerging narratives
Oversee all earned media strategy and planning, including pitching, press events, building strong media relationships
Prepare the candidate for key interviews, debates, speeches, and public appearances
Lead the rapid-response operation, monitoring news and disinformation and directing timely, strategic responses
Oversee the campaign’s digital strategy, including managing social media platforms and content creation, with ability to move quickly when trending moments break
Collaborate with the political, field, fundraising, and data teams to identify and elevate compelling stories and community validators that strengthen the campaign’s narrative
Manage the communications team and work closely with consultants and vendors to ensure a well-coordinated communications operation
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience working for political organizations, campaigns, government communications or in public relations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, produce high-quality content across multiple platforms under tight deadlines
Strong relationships with, and the ability to build relationships with, the New York City, New York State, and national press corps. Judgment to engage effectively with reporters and media outlets
Experience in New York City and national politics and the ability to think critically about message and narrative in a fast moving media environment
Proficiency in social media platform management and content creation
Independent who demonstrates strong initiative to effectively manage projects with many moving parts under a problem-solving mindset
Commitment to progressive politics and familiarity with communities of NY-10
Benefits
$1,000 monthly healthcare stipend
Company
Arena
Arena brings together, trains, and supports the next generation of candidates and campaign workers.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Michael Simon
Co-Founder
Debra Cohen
Partner and Digital Director
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