Communications Coordinator

About the Organization The James Madison Institute (JMI) is a Florida-based research and educational organization whose ideas are rooted in a belief in the U.S. Constitution, limited government, economic freedom, federalism and individual liberty coupled with personal responsibility. The Institute ’ s mission is to keep the citizens of Florida informed about their government and to shape our state ’ s future through the advancement of practical free-market ideas on public policy issues. About the Role The James Madison Institute seeks a full-time Communications Coordinator to manage the organization’s email marketing, website, and brand publications. Candidates for the position of communications coordinator should be able to demonstrate an understanding of public policy from a free-market perspective, with special emphasis on the issues facing the state of Florida. Candidates must be energetic in promoting the goals and views of The James Madison Institute (JMI) with the goal of increasing JMI ’ s digital presence. The Communications Coordinator will report to the Communications Manager. This is an in-office role, based in Tallahassee, FL. Responsibilities Draft the weekly Madison Minute email to JMI subscribers and donors Manage JMI email blasts to members, including weekly fundraising emails and event promotion Maintain JMI.org, including proofreading, updating and publishing content Assist JMI ’ s Senior Vice President with drafting, editing, and publishing JMI ’ s bi-yearly Newsletter, The Messenger Schedule all JMI social media content Assist the Communications Manager with graphic design content Manage JMI Google Ads through the Google Ad Grant Participate in weekly JMI staff meetings, as well as a weekly meeting with the communications and policy teams. Disseminate JMI press releases to the media Ensure the message of JMI is consistent, respectful and appealing to the audience Assist the Communications Manager in any other related tasks Qualifications 2+ years of experience working with the media Internship experience will be considered Strong written and verbal communications skills Ability to prioritize, multitask and meet deadlines Strong work ethic, highly self-motivated with attention to detail and ability to be a team player Ability to travel on occasion, up to 10% Willingness to perform all tasks with a positive attitude and contribute to the team by performing miscellaneous tasks as needed/directed Familiarity with WordPress, HootSuite, and Canva is preferred, but not required Bachelor ’ s degree required, preferably in communications, public relations, journalism or related Compensation Salary is $55,000-$60,000 and dependent upon the selected applicant ’ s experience and qualifications, with generous incentives including bonus opportunities. JMI also offers an equally competitive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr