Kansas United for Impartial Courts: Communications Director

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Core Responsibilities

Communications Strategy & Message Discipline

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy in partnership with the Campaign Manager and consultant team.

• Ensure all public-facing messaging is accurate, consistent, values-driven, and aligned with campaign goals.

• Work closely with campaign leadership to anticipate and prepare for high-risk or high-visibility communications scenarios.

Earned Media & Press Relations

• Serve as the campaign’s primary press contact, responding to media inquiries in a timely and strategic manner.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Kansas-based reporters, editorial boards, and relevant national media.

• Identify and secure earned media opportunities that advance the campaign’s narrative and reach key audiences.

• Draft and distribute press materials including press releases, advisories, statements, talking points, and background memos.

Digital & Social Media Oversight

• Manage and supervise a Social Media Manager, setting clear goals, expectations, and content priorities.

• Ensure social media content reinforces earned media narratives and overall campaign messaging.

• Coordinate digital messaging with press, field, and coalition efforts to maximize impact.

Campaign Integration & Coordination

• Collaborate closely with the Field Director, coalition partners, and consultants to align communications with on-the-ground campaign activity.

• Participate in regular campaign meetings and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.

• Provide messaging guidance and materials to campaign staff, coalition partners, and spokespeople as needed.

• Serve as a campaign spokesperson as needed, and work with leadership to identify and prepare other appropriate spokespeople.

Required Qualifications

• At least one full cycle of campaign or issue-based communications experience, preferably in a press or communications role.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clearly under tight deadlines.

• Strong judgment and ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

• Commitment to democratic values, civic institutions, and respectful public discourse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading earned media for a statewide campaign or ballot initiative.

• Familiarity with Kansas media markets and political landscape.

• Experience managing staff or contractors.

• Ability to communicate complex policy or legal issues to non-expert audiences.