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Full-Time Positions
Join a fast-moving, progressive communications firm that works with leading labor unions, voting rights organizations, health care advocacy groups, gender and sexuality equity groups, and other progressive and political organizations to support our team. As a boutique firm, Feldman Strategies prides itself on our hands-on approach that puts an unparalleled focus on the success and results of our clients.
Feldman Strategies offers excellent benefits for all full-time, salaried positions, including a competitive PTO policy and paid holidays, health, dental and vision coverage, paid family leave, and 401k retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution with no match required.
Feldman Strategies is currently hiring for the below positions, all of which have a central office in Washington, DC., with the option for hybrid work. Completely remote candidates will be considered, but with preference to DC-area-based applicants.
Interested candidates should submit resumes and cover letters to jobs@feldmanstrategies.com, noting the title of the position in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Feldman Strategies LLC is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
Communications Manager
Role and Responsibilities
As a communications manager on our team, you will have the unique opportunity to:
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Work directly with firm principal and director in development of the team.
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In conjunction with the firm principal and director, effectively manage, support, and mentor other team members.
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Lead projects and collaborate with colleagues to advance the communications strategy for multiple high-profile clients.
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Support with day-to-day client management and ensure client communications in a timely manner.
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Strategically advise, manage, and execute media campaigns.
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Drive day-to-day execution with little guidance and lead project management of client deliverables.
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Write and pitch media advisories, press releases, and personalized pitches to a wide variety of journalists and TV and radio bookers with minimal oversight.
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Proactively identify opportunities for increasing client press visibility.
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Cultivate and maintain relationships with reporters/editors from local and national media outlets.
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Deliver in-depth media prep and training for client interviews with major publications and outlets.
Candidate Qualifications
A strong candidate will meet the following qualifications:
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4-6 years of earned media and communications experience in a firm, or related position on a campaign, Capitol Hill, or with an organization or news agency.
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Experience managing at least one direct report.
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An effective and confident leader who is self-motivated.
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Must thrive on delivering results, and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment while completing tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
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Strong writing and grammar skills and can demonstrate ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
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Comfortable thinking on their feet and providing real-time strategy and recommendations to internal staff and clients.
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Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills – a natural listener and communicator.
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Passion for communications, politics, and the 24-hour news cycle.
Salary negotiable based on experience, with a salary range of $80,000-$90,000.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Internships/Fellowships
Feldman Strategies is hiring a Fall 2023 communications fellow to join our team.
Fall Fellow
Role and Responsibilities
As a communications fellow on our team, you will have the unique opportunity to:
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Collaborate directly with a small team.
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Work on assignments with real substance for a variety of different clients, ranging from political organizations, to labor unions, to voting rights organizations, to reproductive rights and justice organizations and more.
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Get hands-on experience and contribute to getting results for our clients by creating targeted media press lists, learning how to pitch stories to the press, media monitoring for clients and compiling press clips, and attending client meetings.
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Enhance your career development through mentorship from our firm’s principal, director, and other team members.
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Learn internal project management skills including tracking clients’ press mentions, supporting with calendar coordination ahead of clients’ media interviews, and more.
Candidate Qualifications
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, team player to join our team for the Fall. A strong candidate will meet the majority of the following qualifications:
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Has communication experience either in a firm setting, on a political or advocacy campaign, or with an organization (this includes internship experience).
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Has a passion for communications and politics, and enjoys consuming and influencing media.
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Is self-motivated and can work independently.
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Is willing to learn and ask questions.
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Has strong writing and grammar skills.
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Pays strong attention to detail.
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Is able to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
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Thrives on delivering results and has the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Comfortable working in a hybrid workplace: both remotely and in-person.
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Political experience on a campaign or in an elected official’s office is a plus.
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Currently majoring in or holds a degree in journalism, public relations, political communications, or political science is a plus.
Compensation and Schedule
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We are looking for a candidate who can work full-time (30-40 hours/week).
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Candidates should be a recent graduate or a current senior in college.
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Candidates must be located in the Washington, DC area for the duration of the fellowship and able to work from our office located in Metro Center, Downtown DC.
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Fellows will be paid $17.00/hour.
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The fellowship will conclude on December 15, 2023, with the opportunity to extend.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@feldmanstrategies.com.
Feldman Strategies LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.