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Field Director

Democratic Party of Virginia

Job Description

The Democratic Party of Virginia is looking to hire an experienced Communications Director to

help manage the party’s messaging and communications strategy. The Communications Director

will be responsible for leading the development and execution of earned media and messaging

plans, acting as spokesperson for the DPVA when appropriate, maintaining and growing

relationships with local, state and national press, and working with Democratic campaigns and

organizations to hold Republicans accountable while amplifying Democratic accomplishments.

This position will oversee all internal and external communications to drive earned media and

communicate the Party’s message. The Communications Director will also be expected to

collaborate with other DPVA departments to execute events such as conventions, fundraisers,

and rallies.

The position will report to the DPVA’s Executive Director and is based in Richmond,

Virginia.

To apply, submit a resume, at least one writing sample including a campaign speech, and other

application materials to jobs@vademocrats.org with Communications Director in the subject

line.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of the Communication Director will include but are not limited to:

● Acting as spokesperson on behalf of the Democratic Party of Virginia;

● Planning and executing earned media campaigns throughout election cycles;

● Coordinating messaging and tactics with Democratic campaigns and organizations up and

down the ballot;

● Managing the content of the DPVA’s social media accounts;

● Working with DPVA’s digital and finance departments to ensure integrated messaging to

achieve Party’s strategic deadlines and goals;

● Working with local committees to coordinate messaging and respond to immediate needs;

● Managing communications for DPVA’s Chairwoman.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

● 3 years experience working in political communications; Virginia experience is preferred;

● On-the-record experience;