Head of Strategic Communications

Who We Are

We believe it is self-evident that all people are created equal, with the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness – and that government secures these rights with the consent of the governed. We call this the American Promise.

To achieve the American Promise requires effective government, fair markets, personal freedom, and representative democracy – and it starts, as the Declaration of Independence itself did, with the states.

Future Now is an effort to achieve the American Promise in states with high-impact interventions. The Future Now family includes initiatives such as The States Project and The States Forum.

The States Project builds power for state lawmakers – the most important policymakers in the country – to improve lives. Everything we care about starts in state legislatures, including abortion access, good schools, affordable healthcare, and clean air and water.

The States Forum is building a network of thinkers and practitioners from across the country who are working on solutions to today’s most pressing issues. Our goal is to foster, develop, and refine innovative policy solutions in the states.

As the Head of Strategic Communications you will spearhead efforts to amplify Future Now’s mission through strategic initiatives that enhance our visibility. You will manage, develop, and implement effective media relations and communications strategies to increase press for our work and leverage our brand in the effort to support lawmakers and candidates with earned media.

This position reports directly to the Chief Strategy Officer and manages a team of external consultants. The successful candidate will have a strong background in political communications, the ability to successfully manage a variety of stakeholders, and deep experience developing thoughtful communications narratives and securing press coverage.

• Principal activities will include but not be limited to:
• Strategic Communications Develop communications strategies that advance organizational objectives and expand the organization’s reach and brand
• Provide strategic guidance, counsel, and training to organizational leaders regarding communications and media opportunities
• Advise and execute on rapid response communications with organizational leadership
• Oversee public opinion polling partnerships to ensure data guides our decisions each step of the way
• Provide communications reviews as needed on public materials to ensure brand consistency and protection
• Identify and oversee the execution of strategies to leverage press and advance initiatives’ missions

• Develop and drive a robust earned media plan that translates strategies into well-designed, compelling pitches that lead to placements in strategic outlets
• Manage, develop, and implement media relations strategies to advance initiatives priorities, working collaboratively with communications, growth, programs, and legal teams
• Provide effective stewardship of The States Forum and The States Project in the media as an on-the-record spokesperson
• Manage external press consultants to further the organization’s earned media objectives
• Develop and strengthen relationships with key reporters
• Create materials including, briefing materials, press releases, and talking points
• Secure positive coverage of and media placements for initiatives, principals, and surrogates
• Ability to develop quick pitches in response to breaking news

Remote, with 15% of expected travel for in-person team meetings and events.

The position offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits currently offered include 75% paid coverage of medical, dental, and vision for individuals and dependents, basic life insurance, an employee assistance program, unlimited PTO, 401(k) matching, annual professional development, wellness, and work-from-home stipends, and paid family leave.

Salary offers are made based on the market rate and the candidate's demonstrated level of proficiency, experience, and credentials.

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