Job Description
Overview:
Lisa Raymond for D.C. Council At-Large campaign is seeking a Communications and Digital
Media Director to lead messaging, digital strategy, and media engagement throughout the
election cycle. This role will shape the campaign’s public voice, manage online presence, and
help translate policy priorities into compelling, accessible communications.
Key Responsibilities:
● Develop and execute the campaign’s overall communications and digital media strategy.
● Draft press releases, talking points, remarks, email content, website content, and
candidate messaging.
● Manage and grow social media platforms, including content calendars, graphics
coordination, and rapid response messaging.
● Serve as primary liaison to local media outlets; pitch stories and coordinate interviews.
● Collaborate with campaign leadership on message development and crisis
communications.
● Oversee digital fundraising content and coordinate with field and finance teams.
● Monitor news cycles, online trends, and opponent messaging to inform communications
strategy.
● Ensure consistent branding and voice across all platforms.
Qualifications:
● Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly
and effectively.
● One campaign cycle of experience preferred but not required.
● Familiarity with social media management tools, basic graphic coordination, and
analytics.
● Proficient in Canva.
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with irregular hours, including evenings and
weekends.
● Commitment to collaborative teamwork and professional communication.
Preferred Skills:
● Knowledge of Washington, D.C. politics and local media landscape.
● Experience creating short-form digital content and rapid-response messaging.
● Basic understanding of digital fundraising and email platforms.
Additional:
● As with all political campaigns, the position may require tasks beyond this description,
including, but not limited to, attending campaign events and staffing the candidate at
community events. Applicants should have a can-do attitude, and be eager to get
hands-on campaign experience of all kinds.
Applicants must submit:
● Resume
● Writing sample or social media portfolio demonstrating communications experience
Applicants should email resume and writing sample/portfolio to peter.whouley@gmail.com with
the subject line “Communications Director”.