Press Secretary

End Citizens United • Washington, DC

16d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Press Secretary is tasked with serving as a spokesperson for End Citizens United and is responsible for managing media relations and advancing the organization's messaging on issues related to democracy reform, campaign finance, government corruption, and voting rights. This role involves crafting press materials, handling media inquiries, and shaping public narratives to amplify the organization's work. They will join a collaborative work environment and help ensure ECU continues being a leading pro-Democracy voice nationally.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have multiple campaign cycles of experience in media relations, communications, and public relations.
• Multiple campaign cycles of on-the-record experience is required.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to craft compelling press materials and clear messaging, are essential, along with a proven ability to build relationships with reporters and secure media coverage.
• A deep understanding of campaign finance reform, voting rights issues, and democracy reform, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, is critical for success in this role.
• The Press Secretary must be aligned with our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered.
• We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as diversity strengthens our team and drives innovation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a spokesperson, handle media inquiries, and represent End Citizens United in interviews, press conferences, and public events.
• Craft clear, compelling, and consistent messaging on issues related to campaign finance reform, voting rights protection, and combatting corruption at both the federal and state levels.
• Proactively pitch stories to media outlets and work with reporters to secure coverage of the organization’s campaigns, events, and key policy issues.
• Write press releases, op-eds, talking points, speeches, and other materials to promote the organization’s initiatives, campaigns, and legislative priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, reporters, bookers and media outlets to secure coverage, promote stories, and elevate the organization’s presence in the media.
• Plan and execute media campaigns to support major policy initiatives, electoral efforts, and organizational milestones, leveraging both traditional and digital media.
• Work closely with the organization’s leadership to prepare for interviews, speeches, and public events.
• Collaborate with the digital and social media teams to amplify press coverage, engage supporters, and create shareable content that promotes the organization’s work across platforms.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• End Citizens United offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance (there are many health plans available that are fully employer paid, and Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, STD, & LTD plans are fully employer paid), reimbursement for your cell phone bill up to $100 a month, and an IRA with up to 3% of salary matched.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed