Founded by Obama for America 2012 Campaign Manager & former Obama White House Deputy Chief of Staff Jim Messina and led by seasoned strategists, The Messina Group is a full-service consulting firm that works with organizations in the private, public, and social sectors to achieve their strategic goals and build movements and products that succeed by being data-driven, digitally savvy, and grassroots-focused. We are looking for a Vice President, Political Communications, to join our growing team. This position involves developing and leading political communications strategies for an array of clients, including advocacy organizations, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies. This position will report to a TMG Partner.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Client Strategy & Advisory

• Work closely with TMG’s senior team to lead political communications strategy and manage relationships with a select portfolio of clients;
• Serve as a strategic advisor and thought leader, helping clients achieve political or policy goals; 
• Evaluate client communications programs regularly to ensure mandates are fulfilled and identify opportunities to deepen engagement and expand scopes of work; and
• Act as a primary drafter and manager of client materials, including memos, op-eds, statements, deck presentations, messaging documents, and strategic communications plans, and support writing and narrative development across a range of clients and projects.

Media Strategy & Execution

• Develop and execute political messaging, earned media strategies, press outreach, and digital communications plans across a portfolio of clients;
• Maintain relationships with producers, bookers, and reporters;
• Secure and manage coverage in national and local media outlets; and
• Manage processes related to principal media and public appearances.

Required skills and experience:

• 10+ years of experience in political communications, including work on federal, state, or local campaigns, in government communications or press secretary roles, at political consulting or public affairs firms, and/or for advocacy organizations;
• A strong understanding of political communications strategy, earned media, message development, and digital/social media landscape;
• Exceptional political writing and messaging skills, with demonstrated experience producing communications materials, including press releases, op-eds, talking points, and speeches;
• Verbal on-the-record or on-camera experience;
• Strong relationships with political reporters, creators, producers, and editorial boards;
• Proven experience managing and leading high-performing projects across teams; and
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, managing dynamic and often unpredictable client situations and meeting tight deadlines with limited supervision.

Work Environment

This Vice President, Political Communications, position is based in our Washington, DC office with a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote). Occasional travel may be required. TMG offers a collaborative and high-energy environment with the opportunity to grow and participate in meaningful work.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $160,000 - $195,000 USD commensurate with experience, plus a discretionary, performance-based bonus.

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) for you and your family;
• Paid time off, federal holidays, and end-of-year break;
• Paid parental leave;
• Professional development budget;
• Gym and phone stipend; and
• 401K with employer match.

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format.

Our Commitment

The Messina Group is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, subcontractors, and vendors. We value the array of lived experiences and inherent differences that make us unique, and we work to ensure that everyone is equitably treated and feels a sense of belonging. The Messina Group is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.