About the job
Communications Director
Job description:
The Communications Director is responsible for running operations for the Mahan for
Governor press shop: implementing the strategy developed by communications
consultants and advisors, and managing the campaign’s press secretary, digital director
and in-language media program.
Responsibilities:
- The Communications Director has the following responsibilities and duties:
- Work closely with the Communications Advisors and Consultants to oversee the
- entire Communications Department and execute the communications plan.
- Draft and edit speeches, press releases, op-eds, statements, talking points, and
- rapid-response materials.
- Manage local and national booking for Mayor Mahan and surrogates.
- Lead pitching program for positive and opposition coverage.
- Collaborate with policy, political, field and fundraising teams to execute the
- overarching campaign plan.
- Requirements:
- The Communications Director should have the following skills, attributes, and
- experience:
- At least one cycle in a senior communications role on a statewide campaign.
- Extensive knowledge of California and national politics.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- A valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and a willingness to travel frequently.
- Willingness to commit fully to the demands of a high-intensity statewide race,
- working nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Candidates with proficiency in Spanish or Vietnamese and connections to
- in-state media are preferred.
How to apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to
info@mahanforcalifornia.com with the subject line “[NAME] Communications Director”
as soon as possible.