Communications Director

Manage communications strategy for organization’s policy and public affairs campaigns

Draft, edit, and review press statements for distribution to media and stakeholders

Write and place one op-ed per month on tech and innovation policy with local or national outlets

Prepare team members for interviews, develop talking points, and run media trainings

Build relationships with key reporters, pitch stories, and drive coverage

Help maintain the organization's online presence 

Monitor news coverage and compile daily clips for team members

Maintain and update press distribution lists

Track and analyze communications and organizational success through quarterly metrics

Create and manage online content, including written posts and coordinating graphics and video content

Bachelor's degree

Minimum of 8 years of post-college work experience

Professional experience in communications or public relations

Outstanding writing, editing, and communication skills

Fluency with social media platforms and digital tools

Well-organized and proactive about problem solving

Bias toward action

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines

Role is located in Washington, DC

Range of $90,000 - $140,000 (based on experience)

401(k) retirement program with 4% employer matching

Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance

15 days of vacation in the first year of employment

8 paid holidays per year plus the week between Christmas Eve and New Years Day

12 weeks of paid parental leave