Director of Communications – Americans for Prosperity Foundation – Arlington, VA

The Communications Director will develop and implement the overall communications strategy for Americans for Prosperity Foundation (AFPF). While working with other department managers and the senior management team, the candidate will make recommendations and implement the communication strategy for all national projects. The director will establish and cultivate relationships with the news media and will formulate, draft, edit and pitch various forms of communication. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, the director will also manage the communications team. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify strategic media outreach opportunities to enhance coverage for AFPF with earned media including television, print, radio and online media
• Cultivate and manage relationships with media and outside PR firm. Pinpoint key members of the national media covering AFP Foundation issue areas and establish working relationships
• Formulate, draft, edit and pitch news releases, opinion pieces, letters to the editor and issue talking points
• Serve as a spokesperson for the AFPF in the national print, television and radio interviews
• Drive media attendance and organize technical details for national media events such as press conferences, RightOnline, Defending the American Dream Summit and other events
• Monitor AFPF national media coverage and identify areas for improvement or increased opportunity.
• Identify and develop alliances, coalitions and communications support contacts at other free-market organizations
• Manage the editing and proofreading of all communications materials ensuring that copy adheres to overall messaging and editorial guidelines
• Oversee all communications projects to ensure their timely delivery and high quality
• Recommend and work directly with the Director of Online Strategy on website content and messaging
• Supervise the communications department staff 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field preferred
• Seven plus years directly related to public relations/communications, with at least three years in a strategic role
• Demonstrated aptitude for strategic planning and execution
• Familiarity with free-market policy issues a requirement
• Exceptional writing and verbal skills and thorough understanding of writing/editing for a variety of target audiences
• Knowledge of the systems and procedures involved in operating an effective communications campaign
• Strong project management skills with the ability to organize, schedule and track projects
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with all levels of staff, vendors members and press
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• A firm commitment to advancing every individual’s right to economic freedom and opportunity through free markets
• Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude 

GENERAL:

Americans for Prosperity Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization of citizen leaders committed to educating consumers, business owners, and the general public about the value and operation of an open and market-oriented economy that is free of government interference. 

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter, resume explaining philosophical interest in AFPF and salary history/requirements to: claire@talentmarket.org. AFPF is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.

Senior Director of Public Affairs – ALEC – Washington, DC

The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), the nation’s largest non-partisan, individual membership association of state legislators is seeking a Senior Director of Public Affairs.  This position is charged with developing and implementing an energetic and proactive media and communications strategy for the organization.  The candidate must be capable of providing senior-level counsel in a fast-paced environment to a wide variety of leaders from diverse geographic regions.  He/she must also possess strong tactical skills with a special emphasis on writing, communicating, media relations and design talents.

The candidate must be an innovative problem-solver who will drive and initiate organization projects while working under tight deadlines.  It is likewise essential to have a strong commitment to ALEC’s mission of promoting Jeffersonian principles of free markets, limited government, and individual liberty.

The ideal candidate will be accomplished in publication layout, design, and production and will have experience in managing websites and new media platforms.   Please list any relevant management experience, technical skills, and software knowledge.  In addition to resume, please submit writing samples and examples of web/new media work, graphic design experience, and media relations accomplishments.

This position reports to the Executive Director of ALEC. 

Position Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 6-10 years of public policy, media, and/or public affairs experience
• Graduate degree is a plus 

This position is based in Washington, DC. Travel requirements:  ? 25%. Immediate Start.
Salary commensurate with accomplishment and experience: $85,000-$110,000.

Interested applicants should a resume and a cover letter expressing philosophical interest in ALEC and this role to claire@talentmarket.org.

Director of Communications – Sutherland Institute – Salt Lake City, UT

The Sutherland Institute currently receives a great deal of media attention, and more is on the way soon due to our upcoming policy initiatives. We seek a Director of Communications to take advantage of this attention and help propel Sutherland to the next level in terms of branding, reputation, and effectiveness.

The Director of Communications will oversee all forms of internal and external communications for the Institute, and will be responsible for directing Sutherland’s brand and marketing strategies.  With attention to enhancing the Institute’s visibility and reputation, and generating positive media coverage, the Director of Communications will provide strategic support for the Institute’s four policy centers, as well as general operations, in order to accomplish the organization’s primary policy objectives.  

The Director of Communications will work to create dynamic, consistent, timely, and appropriate messages that will enable targeted audiences to understand who we are and what we do by highlighting our seven governing principles and four policy centers.  The Director will also be responsible for carrying out Sutherland’s multi-faceted, long-term communications plan that includes media relations, Internet communications, publications, and innovation components.  Each area has been developed to more effectively identify, foster, and retain relationships with targeted audiences.  The Director of Communications will oversee and mentor a staff of full-time and contract employees. 

The ideal Director of Communications candidate will possess the following attributes:

• 7+ years of marketing/communications experience
• Experience in the political realm preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field preferred
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles of a free society (free enterprise, limited government, personal responsibility, individual liberty)
• Exceptional writing and verbal skills and thorough understanding of writing/editing for a variety of target audiences
• Strong project management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Interested applicants should send a copy of their current resume and a cover letter expressing philosophical interest in the organization to claire@talentmarket.org.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.