The Communications Advisor will be tasked with overseeing campaign communications - online and in print and traditional media - in every aspect of the race for Secretary of State through 2024 - with a particular focus on defining Republican candidates in the race.

In partnership with relevant consultants, advisors and team members, the Communications Advisor will develop, implement, and manage a communications and digital outreach plan.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute earned media strategy to define Republican candidates
• Develop and executing a social media strategy
• Produce press materials, including: releases, advisories, fact sheets, background for reporters, talking points for allies, LTEs and Op-Ed columns, and other items as needed
• Build and maintain relationships with the state and local press corps
• Pitch and developing opposition research
• Identify and maintain a network of local surrogates and validators for local and national press interviews

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have at least one cycle as a communications staffer.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks accordingly
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Exceptional writing background
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Digital fluency
• Interest in emerging trends and technologies to reach audiences online
• Willingness to learn and ask questions

Equal Opportunity/Diversity Policy

DASS is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment and diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to engaging, retaining, and supporting a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. DASS is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, personal appearance, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis. DASS will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.