Description

The Marco Lopez for Governor campaign in Arizona is seeking a motivated, hard-working Communications Director to start immediately.
 
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Communications Director will report directly to the Campaign Manager and will be responsible for a number of tasks, including but not limited to:
- Collaborating with the Campaign Manager and team members to put together a communication plan outlining message priorities
- Developing a proactive earned media strategy
- Reaching out to national, state, and local press to place stories and book interviews
- Building and maintaining relationships with members of the press
- Preparing the candidate for interviews
- Developing press releases and talking points
- Working with the candidate and campaign manager to meet deadlines and achieve goals
- Helping with other aspects of the campaign as necessary

Requirements

REQUIRED:
- Previous political communications experience on campaigns
- Strong verbal and written communications skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in team settings, handling multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines
- Experience talking to journalists on and off the record
- Understanding of traditional and new media
- Ability to work long, irregular hours and travel as needed
- Reliable transportation
- Excellent organizational habits
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Passion for electing Democrats

PREFERRED:
- Fluent or conversational in Spanish
- Experience working in Arizona politics

Those interested in the position can email their resume with the subject line “Communications Director” to info@marcolopez.com. Thank you!

This campaign is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, national origin, sexual orientation, and disability. We are committed to building a staff that reflects the diverse communities that make up our state and our country. Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.