Joe Santangelo for New York Assembly: Communications Assistant for Brooklyn NY State Assembly Campaign (part or full time)

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A competitive democratic candidate for New York State Assembly from Brooklyn, NY is recruiting a ** part time or full time Communications Assistant** to join the fight for a New York that is centered on building a stronger, safer, and healthier New York for all, and especially for families, children, working class residents, immigrants, and marginalized communities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

● Working alongside staff to develop and implement a comprehensive political and voter contact strategy. Implementing that strategy by tracking voter contact progress.

● Directing, filming, and editing video and photo content for social media and ads.

● Posting to social media and managing campaign social media accounts.

● Drafting press releases and statements.

● Helping to update the campaign website.

● Coordinating with consultants, vendors, cabinet, and community leaders as needed.

Qualifications:

● Has access to a car or the ability to commute to various in person events and locations.

● At least 1-2 years of electoral or advocacy communications experience, or commensurate work experience

● Excellent organizational skills and the ability to make sure that short term and long term priorities get completed.

● A proactive approach in identifying organizational gaps and executing a plan to fill them

● Ability to work a standard campaign schedule, which includes evenings and weekends

● Ability to manage people and work laterally alongside an experienced consultant team

● Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and/or a Chinese dialect is a plus

Desired start date is immediate, but can be flexible for the right candidate. Position will require a mix of remote and in-person work in New York City.