Friends of Sherrod Brown: Friends of Sherrod Brown Press Secretary

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Friends of Sherrod Brown Communications Department is seeking a dedicated and driven ** Press Secretary** to join our team. This role is a great opportunity to gain principal management skills, on the road experience, and work directly with the Ohio press corps.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with the Ohio press corps to serve as the key point of contact for in-state press

• Staff and advise Sherrod Brown on the campaign trail at events across the state

• Assist in the planning and execution of campaign media events, including prepping and staffing campaign surrogates

• Draft press releases, talking points, memos, and other external and internal campaign communications materials

• Pitch Sherrod Brown for press in-state and nationally

• Occasionally serve as an on the record spokesperson for the campaign

• Other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• 2 cycles of campaign communications experience, or a relevant equivalent

• Strong ability to write and edit materials on a tight deadline

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail, an ability to work under tight deadlines

• On the record experience with reporters preferred

• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn new things

To Apply: Submit your resume at the link here with two references.

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation:$6,500 - $7,000

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Friends of Sherrod Brown is the official campaign supporting Sherrod Brown’s election in Ohio. Grounded in his lifelong commitment to the dignity of work, the campaign reflects Sherrod’s values by fostering a respectful, inclusive environment where team members are empowered to grow, contribute, and lead. Together, we’re building a movement that honors working people—and the people who work behind the scenes to fight for them.

Friends of Sherrod Brown is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all its forms. We welcome applicants from any educational background, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, mental or physical disability or disorder, HIV antibody status, parental or familial status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.