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Communications Director, Americans for Prosperity
Standtogether
Washington, USA
Full-time
Senior · 8+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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- Develop and execute strategic communications plans that drive earned media, elevate the AFP brand, and support policy goals at the national and state levels.
- Translate complex policy issues into compelling stories and messages that resonate with broad audiences.
- Serve as a media strategist and spokesperson pitching, placing, and responding to top-tier national media while coordinating closely with AFP’s regional media team.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across communications, marketing, creative, events, and digital teams to deliver integrated campaigns.
- Prepare spokespeople and principals for media interviews, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.
- Draft and edit press releases, statements, key messages, and other written communications materials.
- Cultivate and manage strong relationships with media, reporters, and communications staff across the political and public affairs landscape.
- Provide strategic guidance in a fast-paced, high-profile media environment with a bias for action and outcomes.
- 8–10 years of experience in strategic communications, media relations, or public affairs, preferably in advocacy, politics, or issue campaigns.
- Established relationships with national media outlets and policy-focused reporters.
- A deep understanding of the federal policy landscape and legislative process.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, especially when translating complex ideas into accessible messaging.
- Experience collaborating with high-level stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams.
- Confidence to act as an on-record spokesperson and prepare others to do the same.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to use research and data to shape communication strategies.
- Passion for advancing principled policy solutions and aligning communications efforts with broader organizational goals.
- Willingness to travel as needed to support events, media opportunities, or stakeholder engagements.
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture , which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.
- Experience building, leading, or mentoring high-performing communications teams.
- Background in political campaigns, crisis communications, or brand reputation management.
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