Bantam Communications · 1 day ago
Campaign Manager
Bantam Communications is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Campaign Manager to join our team. In this role, you will design and manage advocacy and public affairs campaigns tailored to the unique political and cultural dynamics of each state and community.
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Responsibilities
Campaign Oversight: Oversee the implementation of short-term and long-term strategic recommendations. Ensure successful cohesive, disciplined campaign execution
Campaign Strategy Development: Design and implement advocacy and public affairs campaigns that build durable support for advanced and renewable energy, tailored to the unique local and state political, cultural, and economic contexts
Client and Partner Collaboration: Work closely with developer clients and/or philanthropic and non-profit partners to define goals, recommend tactics, shape strategy, and ensure alignment between partner objectives and campaign execution
Internal Coordination: Collaborate with Bantam colleagues and partner organizations to implement advocacy plans, including political strategy, message development, paid and earned media, and grassroots mobilization
Coalition & Stakeholder Engagement: Understand how to build and strengthen coalitions, engage key stakeholders, and foster relationships that expand the base of support for renewable energy initiatives
Political Landscape Understanding: Demonstrate a deep understanding of state and local political landscapes, employing this knowledge to inform strategic decision-making
Measurement & Reporting: Track campaign progress, evaluate impact, and provide partners with timely, actionable reports and recommendations
Message Development & Communications: Shape compelling narratives and campaign messaging that resonate with diverse audiences and effectively convey the benefits of renewable energy
Qualification
Required
5–8+ years leading advocacy, public affairs, political, or issue-based campaigns — ideally at the state or local level — within an agency, consulting firm, nonprofit, or campaign environment
Demonstrated success owning client or partner relationships, including regular direct engagement, strategic advising, and ensuring alignment between partner objectives and campaign execution
Experience designing and managing multi-channel campaigns that integrate policy context, messaging, grassroots mobilization, earned media, and/or paid media
Strong ability and awareness of the nuances needed to navigate and influence local and state political landscapes, with a clear understanding of federal, state, and local public opinion drivers, and stakeholder dynamics
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — able to craft compelling briefs, talking points, and messaging for different audiences, including elected officials, community stakeholders, and media
Advanced project management skills — scoping, budgeting, timelines, deliverables, and reporting — with a track record of delivering campaigns on time and within scope
Comfort working in a fully remote, fast-paced, and rapidly changing environment, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent campaigns and priorities
Preferred
Subject-matter familiarity with renewable energy, advanced energy policy, or understanding of federal, state, and local infrastructure permitting processes, particularly in the utility-scale development context
Familiarity with digital advocacy tools (CRM platforms, email/SMS mobilization, social media advocacy, and analytics) and a data-informed approach to testing and optimization
Experience supporting philanthropic or nonprofit partners, aligning mission-driven goals with disciplined, results-oriented campaign execution
Knowledge of earned media strategy and/or experience coordinating with media consultants and agencies
Experience working on ballot initiatives or multi-state advocacy campaigns, especially in politically diverse environments
Proficiency with advocacy CRMs, mobilization platforms, and campaign analytics (e.g., VAN, i360, EveryAction, Mobilize, NationBuilder)
Benefits
A Mission-Driven Culture
Fully Remote Work Environment
Flexible PTO
Employer-paid Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Employer-paid Short-, Long-term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) w/ Employer Match
Annual Staff Retreats to Fun Places