MapLight is an award-winning nonpartisan research organization that reveals money’s influence on politics, providing journalists and citizens with transparency tools that connect data on campaign contributions, politicians, legislative votes, industries, companies, and more to show patterns of influence never before possible to see.
We are seeking an experienced Communications Manager to develop and execute a variety of communications programs that will expand the reach of MapLight’s new form of journalism. We need a strategic thinker with solid media relations and writing skills.
Responsibilities:
Develop strategic communications plans
Develop new and manage existing relationships with media, influencers, and partner organizations
Write pitches, press releases, and media alerts and package for distribution across multiple platforms
Track media coverage and measure audience reach
Fulfill incoming media requests
Effectively manage team of communications interns
Required qualifications:
3+ years of experience in a communications or marketing role; journalism background is a plus; agency experience preferred
Experience representing an organization to the public and media, 100% on message
Exceptional project management skills with a track record of delivering on objectives
Knowledge of politics and the legislative process
Media relations experience
Experience cultivating media relationships and managing a media relations program
Dedication to 100% accuracy
Personal dedication to MapLight’s mission and work
This full-time position is available immediately and includes health benefits, paid vacation, and competitive salary. MapLight is located in downtown Berkeley (near BART). Our hardworking but casual office environment includes quality-of-life perks such as a fully-stocked office snack bar, bi-weekly team lunches, delicious fair-trade coffee, ergonomic workstations, and bike storage on the premises.
Come work with us on the cutting edge of government transparency and accountability!
About MapLight:
MapLight is a 501(c)(3) research organization that tracks money in politics. A recent recipient of the Distinguished Service to Journalists Award from the board of the Society of Professional Journalists in Northern California, MapLight has been providing journalists with research and analysis on money and politics since 2005. Our research findings have reached over 350 million people through more than 13 thousand news stories. We have also won a James Madison Freedom of Information Award, a Knight-Batten Award for Innovations in Journalism, a Library Journal Best Reference Award, an American Library Association MARS: Best Free Reference Web Site Award, and a Webby Award nomination. For more about MapLight’s work, check out the Stanford Social Innovation Review’s profile of MapLight (maplight.org/SSIR) or visit maplight.org and votersedge.org.
How to apply
Send cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to the attention of Pamela Behrsin, Vice President of Communications, at jobs@maplight.org, and reference “Communications Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls please. MapLight is an equal opportunity employer.
For a list of all open positions at MapLight, please visit: http://maplight.org/jobs