Scott Colom for Senate is seeking a Communications Director for a competitive U.S. Senate race in Mississippi. The Communications Director is a key member of the leadership team, overseeing the Communications Department and working closely with other senior-level staff to drive the campaign’s message, elevate the candidate on a variety of communication mediums, and execute a communications plan in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Write and develop a cycle-long communications plan
- Manage the communication department’s staff
- Serve as an on-the-record spokesperson for the campaign
- Oversee all communications matters, including drafting of press releases, contact with reporters, press events, and rapid response on behalf of the campaign
- Work with local and national reporters to pitch stories, share the campaign’s message narrative in the press, and land positive and negative-track hits
- Draft and approve copy to be distributed across the campaign’s various communications streams, along with all other written products from the campaign
- Work closely with the candidate, campaign manager, and consulting team to shape the campaign’s overall communications strategy
Qualifications:
- A team player with a strong work ethic
- Preferably 1-2 cycle of experience in campaign-based communications work
- Experience working directly with reporters, and a comfort in dealing with local, in-state, and national reporters
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize projects while working on a deadline
This is a full-time, salaried position, with compensation based on experience.
To Apply: Submit your resume to [email protected] with the subject line: “LAST NAME – Communications Director” along with 2 references
Location: This person will be expected to relocate to Jackson, Mississippi ASAP
Benefits are available.
Colom for Senate is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all its forms. We welcome applicants from any educational background, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, mental or physical disability or disorder, HIV antibody status, parental or familial status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.