Director, Broadcast Communications
Reports to:
Vice President, Communications
Staff reporting to this position:
Up to two staff members
Department:
Communications
Position classification:
Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 7
Compensation range:
$92,000–$110,400 per annum
Work site:
On-site (Washington, D.C., office)
Summary
American Progress is seeking a Director of Broadcast Communications. The Director will serve as a senior member of the Communications department and will be responsible for overseeing all interactions and partnerships with broadcast media (TV, digital streaming, radio, and podcasts). The Director will also play a key role in preparing CAP experts for media appearances by leading media trainings and preparing briefing materials. The Director of Broadcast Communications will also create and disseminate talking points to partners and distribute memos and briefings to hosts, producers, broadcast reporters, and bookers. This position will supervise up to two staff members.
The role requires a deep understanding of the broadcast media environment, an assertive mindset, and an ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee American Progress’ TV, digital streaming, radio, and podcast program.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with bookers, producers, and reporters.
- Actively pitch American Progress staff and analyses for broadcast appearances, including handling the necessary logistics and managing preparation and research.
- Prepare and brief executive leadership for TV interviews.
- Create and disseminate materials such as memos and talking points.
- Run individual and group media trainings for staff at all levels of the organization.
- Generate press interest in American Progress events and act as the liaison to broadcast media.
- Field incoming press inquiries and determine the strategic value of engagement.
- Oversee the use of American Progress’ in-house TV and radio studios—both for staff and external vendors—and implement strategies to increase the studios’ utility.
Requirements and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- A minimum of seven to nine years of experience in media and/or communications; background in broadcast media is strongly preferred.
- Experience preparing a principal for media appearances, or experience in media training, is a plus.
- Existing relationships with hosts, broadcast reporters, producers, and bookers.
- Strong interest in media and public policy.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well on a team.
- Ability to multitask and to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to the organization’s mission and goals.
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
This announcement will remain posted until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.
Please note that only those individuals whose qualifications match the current needs of this position will be considered applicants and will receive responses from American Progress.
This is not a remote position.
Thank you for your interest in American Progress.
Additional information
American Progress operates two separate nonprofit organizations to maximize the progressive agenda: the Center for American Progress and the Center for American Progress Action Fund. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “American Progress.” The Center for American Progress is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) tax-exempt research and educational institute. It undertakes research, public education and a limited amount of lobbying. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is a nonpartisan 501(c)(4) tax-exempt organization dedicated to achieving progress through action. It works to transform progressive ideas into policy through rapid-response communications, legislative action, grassroots organizing, political advocacy, and partnerships with other progressive leaders. The organizations share office space and employees.
American Progress is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is more than a commitment at American Progress—it is the foundation of what we do. American Progress recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and all the other characteristics that make us unique.
For more information on the Center for American Progress, please go to www.americanprogress.org. For more information on the Center for American Progress Action Fund, please go to www.americanprogressaction.org.