Feldman Strategies LLC : Communications Manager

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Feldman Strategies is looking to hire a full-time Communications Manager.

Join a fast-moving, progressive communications firm that is on the front lines of the fights that matter heading into 2028. We work with leading labor unions, Democratic state parties in battleground states, voting rights organizations, health care advocacy groups, LGBTQ+ and reproductive rights organizations, and other progressive and political organizations to break through the noise. As a boutique firm that delivers results, we pride ourselves on our hands-on approach that puts an unparalleled focus on the success of our clients.

This role is a mid-level management position with direct supervisor and client relationship responsibilities. Well-suited candidates are those with deep experience in fast-paced political media relations and in strategic communication environments. Top candidates will also have a drive for persistence and breaking through the crowded media landscape. This position can be a great fit for media relations pros who are looking to transition off of the campaign trail, but stay very much in the politics game heading into and during 2028.

Roles and Responsibilities for Communications Manager:

As a communications manager on our team, you will have the unique opportunity to:

• Work directly with firm leadership including, principal and managing director in development of the team.

• In conjunction with the firm leadership, effectively manage, support, and mentor other team members.

• Managers over time may be responsible for serving as a direct supervisor for at least one 1 junior staff member and will be responsible for helping to oversee junior staff's work across projects.

• Lead projects and collaborate with colleagues to advance the communications strategy for numerous high-profile clients, including labor unions, voting rights organizations, those fighting for reproductive freedom, Democratic state parties, and a wide variety of other progressive political organizations.

• Play a leading role, with day-to-day client management, ensuring client communications in a timely manner and that work is moving efficiently and strategically while meeting all deadlines.

• Strategically advise, manage, and execute rapid response moments and longer-term media relations campaigns.

• Drive day-to-day execution with little guidance and lead project management of client deliverables.

• Write and pitch media advisories, press releases, and personalized pitches to a wide variety of journalists across mediums including, TV, new media, and radio bookers, with minimal oversight. Oversee junior staff in successfully executing their media relations, including reviewing first drafts and providing detailed feedback to support their professional growth.

• Proactively identify opportunities for increasing client press visibility.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with national and local reporters, columnists, and editors, as well as bookers and producers from across a wide variety of mediums including, print, digital, television, streaming, radio, and podcasts. Regularly meet with reporters to maintain relationships and pitch stories.

• Deliver in-depth media prep and training for client interviews with major publications and outlets.

Qualifications Required:

A strong candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• Minimum 4-5 years of political media relations and strategic communications experience through positions on campaigns, Capitol Hill, a firm/agency setting, inside a progressive organization, or news agency.

• Experience managing at least one direct report.

• An effective and confident leader who is self-motivated.

• Must thrive on delivering results, and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment while completing tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

• Strong writing and grammar skills and can demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Comfortable managing up and down and thinking on your feet, providing real-time strategy and recommendations to internal staff and clients.

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills – a natural communicator and listener.

• Passion for communications, politics, and the 24-hour news cycle.

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Salary is negotiable based on experience, with a base salary range of $85,000-$100,000. Full-time staff are also eligible for an annual bonus, which is based on performance and equal to a significant portion of their annual salary.

Feldman Strategies offers excellent benefits, including a competitive PTO policy and paid holidays, health, dental and vision coverage, paid family leave, cell phone reimbursement, and 401k retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution with no match required.

This is a position with a central office in Washington, DC., with work-from-home flexibility. Candidates based in the Washington, DC area preferred.

​​Feldman Strategies LLC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We are looking for new hires to begin by January 4, 2027. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected].