We are looking for an experienced Communications Strategist Political Participation for our non-profit/social justice client. This role will be hybrid onsite 2 days per week in D.C.

The Communications Strategist Political Participation will serve as the subject matter expert responsible for the development of communications tactics and strategies that amplify the work of the organization and positions that organization as the stalwart legal guardian for racial equality/

Responsibilities:
- Draft statements and press releases; advise on media advisories, and press pitches. Draft issue related talking points, messaging, and leader remarks. Develop proactive, original, and journalistic content on issues related to political participation.
- Provide rapid-response support as issues and events warrant.
- Work with the Digital and Media Relations divisions to guide content creation and develop appropriate internal and external tactics.
- Proactively follow current events in the media as well as hot button events unfolding on the ground to monitor trends and identify emerging issues related to political participation.
- Participate in internal meetings, serve as communications subject matter expert; lead the other members of the Communications team in understanding the priorities and how to direct work; curate relationships with relevant external organizations and networks.
- Conceive, develop and execute notable, actionable plans and projects that meet brand standards and elevate its work and honors its history, in partnership with designated pillar/initiative point person.
- Occasional travel required for events in Atlanta, D.C. and for office visits

Must haves:
- 8+ years experience
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Political Science, Public Policy or related professional experience
- Advanced editorial and communications, as well as analysis and critical thinking skills
- Expert writing skills
- Periodic travel around 10% of the time, mainly to D.C., possibly other locations

Nice to haves:
- Master's degree
- Background in non-profit
- Passion for social justice and/or racial equality

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

Submit resume (and samples if applicable) to: Pamela.Koenig@jobalert.creativecircle.com

Creative Circle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact your Recruiter (the person you'll be interviewing with) or a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements.