In Pursuit Of is seeking a Regional Communications Manager to serve as the communications lead supporting and promoting grassroots political, lobbying, and advocacy efforts in each of several (five-to-six) assigned states.  This individual is responsible for the implementation of all communications-related activities in assigned states.  Candidates should have a strong grasp of media relations and project management to meet deadlines and ensure communications objectives are being achieved. 

ABOUT US

In Pursuit Of is a full-service communications and marketing capability that drives ideas and shapes debates in pursuit of a free and open society. Our mission-driven partnerships advance policy, political, and cultural change that enable people to improve their lives.

We are looking for colleagues committed to advancing our mission with energy, commitment, and passion for what they do. 

OUR VALUES

Working at In Pursuit Of is different from many other organizations. We have a relentless commitment to culture based on a business philosophy called Market Based Management® (MBM®). MBM® prepares individuals to innovate, improve, and transform while fostering a healthy, growing organization that creates long-term value for its clients and supporters and fulfillment for its employees. Ten Guiding Principles that encourage principled thought and action form the MBM® culture: Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, and Fulfillment.  

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Consult with clients to understand their policy and political priorities and goals as well as the unique dynamics at work in each state. Work with clients to develop a long-term communications strategy and tactics to support that strategy and achieve those goals.
• Work with client and capability teams proactively to identify new opportunities to advance policies we support and highlight our principles, including specific recommendations on how to leverage and execute.
• Work alongside capability teams to craft compelling, legally compliant communications materials. Collaborate with digital team to launch the collateral to maximize earned media and grassroots impact.
• Travel to state chapters for background meetings with press, editorial board meetings, and special events requiring media coverage as needed.
• Identify new media opportunities for state directors in traditional and non-traditional venues.
• Work to build relationships with in-state bookers and establish state directors as key influencers in the state who warrant coverage on our policy and political issues.
• Advise and collaborate with client and stakeholders on paid media opportunities, including TV or radio scripts, as needed.
• Create rapid-response materials and backgrounders; circulate key media hits and narratives that should be addressed in each state.
• Draft messaging and copy for all public- and grassroots-facing materials related to these issue campaigns, including but not limited to landing pages, email marketing content, press releases, opinion pieces, website, and website blog posts.
• Pitch media on stories; pitch media on attending public organized events by client; pitch radio interviews; et al.
• Coordinate with marketing, digital, research, and writing teams to leverage resources and services for state-level efforts and campaigns. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of experience in media relations and strategic communications.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills and an ability to distill complex policy into accessible and digestible language and products that get noticed.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to rapidly changing conditions. If you are overwhelmed by a fast-paced and demanding environment, this position will not be a good fit.
• Must be able to work productively with a broad range of colleagues and stakeholders across the country. Candidate must be willing and able to work collaboratively.
• On the record experience is required.
• Agency, congressional, executive branch (state or federal), or political campaign experience is a major plus.