Communications Director

About the role

The Florida Democratic Party (FDP) is seeking an experienced Communications Director to lead the Communications Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy, managing internal and external communications, and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing an aggressive messaging and communications strategy for the State Party;

• Ensuring message continuity across all Party programs;

• Creating and implementing a communications calendar;

• Managing Communications Department staff, including a press secretary and social media content manager, as well as interns and volunteers;

• Drafting press and issue memos with information and research, providing verbal and written briefings to Party Chair and senior leadership;

• Working across departments to develop an aggressive statewide surrogate program;

• Providing media and messaging training to Party surrogates and partners;

• Acting as point of contact with allied campaigns, elected officials and candidates for communications strategy, plans and events;

• Writing and editing external communications, including talking points, statements, scripts, press releases, presentations, opeds and other media outreach materials;

• Maintaining and updating media lists;

• Aggressively seizing opportunities to generate earned media that appear on the local, state, and national stage;

• Serving as spokesperson for the Florida Democratic Party;

• Maintaining and growing strong relationships with other communications stakeholders;

• Monitoring local and national press for breaking news, relevant stories and developments;

• Coordinating across departments and with external vendors to manage, update and maintain FDP’s website;

• Partnering with content creators and influencers to execute digital events;

• Providing messaging guidance for the digital fundraising program;

• Handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license, reliable mode of transportation and the ability to travel extensively at times throughout the state for more than a day at a time;

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion;

• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills;

• Must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder, per FEC regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or related field;

• Minimum 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field;

• Experience working with political campaigns and/or elected officials;

• Strong writing and editing skills;

• Experience managing social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns;

• Experience managing websites and web content;

• Experience in crisis communication and media relations;

• Experience in event coordination and management;

• Experience in managing a team of communications professionals.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• Strong organizational and project management skills;

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously;

• Experience in digital marketing and social media management;

• Experience in crisis communication and media relations;

• Experience in event coordination and management;

• Experience in managing a team of communications professionals.

Benefits

The Florida Democratic Party offers a competitive salary and benefit package with the opportunity for growth. Position includes full health, dental, and vision benefits.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full Time