Strategic Communications Specialist

American Promise•Concord, MA

1d•$95,000 - $105,000•Remote

About The Position

Most Americans identify the influence of big money in politics as the #1 threat to American self-government. American Promise is leading a national campaign to advance an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that restores the authority of states and Congress to set reasonable limits on campaign money. American Promise seeks a Strategic Communications Specialist to support state-level communications and media relations in support of legislative efforts, working closely with state leaders and the partnerships team and serving as a key communications partner to internal teams advancing this work. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, the Manager will play a central role in shaping state-level messaging, pitching stories, placing op-eds, securing press coverage for legislative wins and organizational milestones, and helping drive day-to-day communications execution. This role will also collaborate on a broader range of communications efforts, including social media, message development, content creation, and other strategic communications that support the organization’s mission and priorities. Ratifying this amendment requires supermajority support from the American people and their elected representatives in both Congress and the states. Achieving that support demands a communications strategy that can reach, inspire, and mobilize Americans across the political and ideological spectrum. Our strategy is rooted in state-based momentum. To date, 24 states have formally called on Congress to advance this amendment, or one like it, with new efforts underway in Texas, Ohio, and beyond. This role is an exciting opportunity for a skilled communications professional to build the organization’s profile across local, state, and national levels. The Strategic Communications Specialist will join a small, collaborative communications team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a remote work environment and collaborates effectively across remote teams.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in communications, public relations, political campaigns, journalism, or related fields.
Demonstrated media relations experience, including pitching and placing stories in state or regional media outlets.
Exceptional writing and editing skills across formats (press releases, op-eds, talking points, media Q&A, and other collateral).
Strong editorial and political instincts, with the ability to assess risk, timing, and tone in fast-moving media environments.
Demonstrated success shaping and targeting messages for diverse, cross-partisan audiences.
Experience managing media relations in a political, advocacy, or legislative context.
Strong commitment to cross-partisan engagement and respect for differing viewpoints.
Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Collaborative, team-oriented approach with enthusiasm for contributing to a small but growing team.
Experience working effectively with remote teams.

Nice To Haves

Strongly preferred: Experience working with or in state legislatures and a solid understanding of the legislative process.
Established relationships with state-level political or policy reporters.

Responsibilities

Lead state-level media relations to support legislative and grassroots efforts.
Pitch and place compelling stories in local and regional media in collaboration with state leaders and government affairs firms; build and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, and producers.
Draft and distribute press releases, op-eds, talking points, advisories, and statements tailored to state and regional audiences.
Shape state-level messaging that aligns with the national narrative and resonates across partisan and ideological lines.
Secure press coverage of organizational milestones, legislative victories, and events.
Monitor state media coverage in target states and provide rapid response guidance as needed.
Support coordinated communications efforts across digital, social, and earned media channels.
Support spokespersons with talking points, Q&A, and message development.
Ensure consistent alignment with organizational values and national communications strategies while tailoring content for state contexts.
Review and keep current the communications materials across the organization to help ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with American Promise messaging.
Support the Chief Communications Officer in keeping communications priorities moving on deadline across the team.
Serve as the CCO’s point of continuity for communications when the CCO is unavailable, helping ensure all communication outputs remain aligned, timely, and on-message.