Regional Communications Lead — Remote

Standtogether; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Health plan

Dental plan

Wellness program

Mental health support

Job summary

Stand Together is seeking a Regional Communications Manager to lead communications across states, serving AFP as a strategic partner and driving earned media for Stand Together’s network. You will craft messaging, develop strategies, and coordinate with partners to shape public narrative.

Remote-friendly role with headquarters in Arlington, VA, requiring experience in fast-paced, multi-market environments and a track record in media outreach and strategic communications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in congressional, executive branch, political campaign, trade association, or agency experience.
• Experience in multi-tiered, fast-paced environments.
• Statewide or regional media/public affairs experience across multiple markets.
• Spokesperson or supervisory experience; coalition-building a plus.
• Commitment to Stand Together's principled approach and culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term communications strategies with tactics across states.
• Identify earned media opportunities to advance policies and build a movement.
• Craft media-facing materials: advisories, press releases, ICYMs, etc.
• Create messaging frameworks for grassroots, digital, and creative teams.
• Collaborate on collateral to maximize earned media and grassroots impact.
• Build relationships with press, editors, producers, bookers, and hosts.
• Pitch stories and coordinate events/campaign rollouts nationwide.
• Identify opportunities in traditional and non-traditional venues.
• Advise on messaging for paid media and direct mail, TV, radio.
• Prepare stakeholders for media interviews and monitor coverage.
• Produce rapid-response materials and backgrounders; track trends.
• Draft messaging for landing pages, press releases, op-eds, and blogs.

Skills

Media relations

Public speaking

Strategic communications

Spokesperson experience

Grassroots engagement

Job description

Stand Together is seeking a Regional Communications Manager to lead communications across states, serving AFP as a strategic partner and driving earned media for Stand Together’s network. You will craft messaging, develop strategies, and coordinate with partners to shape public narrative.

Remote-friendly role with headquarters in Arlington, VA, requiring experience in fast-paced, multi-market environments and a track record in media outreach and strategic communications.