Communications Director

CPAC is seeking a Communications Director. This position reports to the CPAC Chairman and is an in office position based in Alexandria, VA.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and execute communications strategy for CPAC, including press, grassroots and member communications, and online content.
• Create media opportunities for the CPAC Chairman to promote current activities.
• Manage all communications and marketing of CPAC.
• Manage content for the CPAC and ACU Foundation websites, as well as efforts like CPAC Now.
• Develop and oversee social media strategy and content.
• Conceptualize, develop and execute periodic public events with the goal of increasing CPAC/ACUF standing as a thought leader in conservative policymaking.
• Maintain media relationships and press lists.
• Develop and manage the Communications budget.
• Effectively oversee all communications vendors and contractors, managing budgets and deliverables.
• Manage rapid response to breaking news.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to perform in highly stressful and fast-paced situations.
• Previous experience “on the record” required.
• Campaign communications experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume environment and have the ability to closely follow the messaging of the organization on a wide variety of issues.

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