Who We Are:
All Voting is Local (AVL) launched in 2018 with a vision to build a democracy that works for us all. We fight to dismantle barriers to the ballot well before the next election, so that every voter can cast a ballot that counts. For more information about All Voting, please visit www.allvotingislocal.org.
About the Role:
The State Communications Director will report to and work closely with the Executive Vice President of Communications to lead an organizational communications strategy for the state and cross-state-driven work of All Voting is Local. The State Communications Director will manage up to three regional communications managers. This is a remote position.
What You Will Do:
- Oversees the strategy development for All Voting’s state communications in our 8 states.
- Supports regional communications managers to build successful campaigns in their states.
- Identify communication opportunities and trends for cross-state collaboration.
- Regularly communicate with EVP, Communications and National Communications Manager to identify national media opportunities happening at the state level.
- Coordinates closely with co-directors of states, staying plugged into state programmatic goals at the weekly, monthly, and yearly levels to effectively manage state communications projects that communications managers own, help drive persuasive narratives and deliver communications solutions.
- Seeks opportunities to elevate state communications work to national and cross-state audiences through earned and paid media campaigns, partnerships and with influencers.
- Oversees and manages state media relations operations by developing and maintaining positive working relationships with targeted online, print, and broadcast journalists and other influencers.
- Manages the drafting and editing process of press releases and media advisories, speeches, and other public-facing communications for state communications.
- Identifies and coordinates state rapid response opportunities that further the campaign’s goals.
- Develop a state and cross state communications plans.
- 10 years of professional communications experience..
- Experience working in a multi-state organization.
- Experience working with national and local media, including pitching stories, organizing and coordinating public media availabilities, and speaking on-the-record.
- Excellent organizational skills. Must be able to juggle multiple projects across states and issue areas and be adept at rapid response.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
- Interest in, and general knowledge of, voting rights issues or elections, programs, and constituencies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
- 3 years of previous management experience
- Demonstrated experience in voting rights/democracy/advocacy communications with a track record of earned media and messaging.
What We Offer:
The organization offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, and generous personal leave and vacation time. Employees can also take advantage of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and retirement savings accounts.
Location:
This position is currently remote.
Salary Range: $135,000 - $160,038
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace
All Voting is Local and All Voting is Local Action values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer, and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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