What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Manager position at Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)?
Smart Approaches to Marijuana seeks a communications manager.
SAM is the nation’s premier anti-marijuana legalization and drug policy organization, fighting to make sure law- and policymakers rely on science when they approach marijuana rather than the profit motives of an addiction industry. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter to join our agile team in DC.
You will be a good fit if you . . .
- Have strong writing chops: you will be drafting press releases, talking points, marketing emails, social content, and more. An edit test will be required.
- Are comfortable using digital platforms (social media, email, audio, and video) to distill complex policy issues into powerful and relatable narratives
- Love to talk to reporters, podcasters, broadcast hosts, influencers, and more
- Are familiar with state and federal policy around marijuana, other drugs, and public health
- Adopt a can-do, positive attitude in high-pressure situations
- Are familiar with digital design platforms like Canva
- Are proficient with WordPress CMS
- Are familiar with email platforms like Mailchimp and Constant Contact
The work you will be doing includes . . .
- Writing and editing op-eds, social content, emails, and more
- Using the full suite of digital content tools to drive SAM messaging
- Media outreach to print, broadcast, podcast, new media, and everything else
- Researching drug policy issues at the state and federal level
- Promoting key events for the organization and its principals
- Generally supporting the Director of Content and Editorial Strategy
Our ideal candidate has 3-5 years’ progressive experience in political communications, journalism, or a related field. We offer unlimited PTO, a competitive health plan, and an incredible, brand-new workspace: our own Capitol Hill townhouse. This is a DC-only, 5 days in-office position with hours 8:30AM to 5:30PM.
Salary range: $60-75,000
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to talent@learnaboutsam.org.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000