Senior Communications Strategist

• Lead development and execution of multi-faceted, issue-based communications strategies to advance civil rights and civil liberties.
• Drive proactive and rapid-response media relations, cultivating relationships with journalists to secure high-impact coverage.
• Draft and edit strategic communications materials including press releases, op-eds, talking points, and web content.
• Serve as a spokesperson and senior communications counsel, preparing staff for media interviews and public events.

This role amplifies the ACLU of Florida's mission to protect and promote civil rights and civil liberties, mobilizing public support and shaping media narratives to advance racial justice, voting rights, reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, and other constitutional values.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, political science, media studies, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in strategic communications, media relations, or advocacy communications.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills across multiple formats, with ability to translate complex legal and policy issues into compelling content.
• Demonstrated experience in media relations, including cultivating journalist relationships and securing coverage.

Remote position within Florida. Includes some travel. Compensation details not specified.

The ACLU of Florida is the state's largest civil rights and civil liberties organization, employing litigation, public policy advocacy, and public education to protect constitutional values and individual rights.