Red Cypress Consulting | New Orleans
Job type: Full-time
Compensation: $71,000 – $83,000
Benefits: 100% employer paid medical, dental and vision insurance. 401k with 3% match. Technology stipend. Unlimited PTO.
Location: Hybrid. This is a primarily remote position with the expectation of availability for periodic in-person team and client meetings in New Orleans.
Desired start date: May 1
Application deadline: March 31
Red Cypress Consulting seeks a Communications & Digital Strategist to support its clients in more effectively leveraging technology, getting their message out and winning progressive change. This is an ideal position for an ambitious strategic thinker looking for a high-growth opportunity with a fast-paced, mission-driven agency.
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Principal and other Red Cypress team members to run electoral, advocacy and communications campaigns using mass email, social media, digital ads, online advocacy tools and more
Provide expert strategic guidance regarding content strategy, advocacy communications and digital campaigning and organizing
Develop and manage project budgets, timelines and work plans
Build press lists, manage media relationships, pitch stories and coordinate interviews on behalf of clients
Draft and review press releases, messaging memos and other key written deliverables
Manage client social media accounts, email marketing systems and websites, including drafting and publishing content
Support Red Cypress team with business development, including attending networking events, developing proposals and pitching potential clients
Required Qualifications
Excellent writing skills
Strong research skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to think strategically
Ability to work on tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Experience managing digital campaigns or communications, including facility with running social media and mass email programs
College degree or comparable work experience
Deeply held progressive values and passion for social justice
Desired Qualifications
Experience with community organizing, activism and/or policy advocacy
Experience developing communications strategies and advancing strategic narratives
Experience managing digital advertising and/or online advocacy platforms
Spanish fluency
