Director, Strategic Communications Media Relations (Americans for Prosperity)Stand Together

As a Director, Strategic Communications and Media Relations on our Stand Together Communications team, you will lead national media strategy for one of the most influential grassroots policy and political organizations in the country, Americans for Prosperity (AFP). AFP is at the forefront of advancing policies that expand freedom and opportunity across the country.You will drive earned media strategy, shape national narratives, and influence public debate on key legislative, executive, and brand priorities. You’ll operate at the intersection of federal policy, political strategy, and top-tier media, working directly with AFP leadership and key stakeholders to break through in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment.This is a role for a strategic operator- someone who thrives in urgency, understands how to win media cycles, and can translate complex policy into compelling, persuasive messaging.How You Will ContributeOwn and execute AFP’s national earned media strategy to advance priority policy goalsShape messaging and narratives that influence public discourse and legislative outcomesPitch, place, and manage stories with top-tier national media and key policy reportersServe as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and spokespeople, including media prep and message developmentAct as an on-record spokespersonTranslate complex policy issues into clear, compelling, and actionable communicationsCoordinate across communications, digital, and policy teams to deliver integrated campaignsBuild and maintain strong relationships with national media, political reporters, and communications leadersRespond rapidly to breaking news, policy developments, and emerging opportunitiesWhat You Will Bring8–12+ years of experience in communications, media relations, or public affairsExperience on Capitol Hill, in political campaigns, public affairs firms, or advocacy organizations strongly preferredProven success driving earned media in high-pressure, fast-paced environmentsStrong understanding of federal policy, legislative process, and political landscapeEstablished relationships with national media and policy-focused reportersExceptional writing and messaging skills, with the ability to simplify complex issuesConfidence operating as a spokesperson and advising senior leadersA bias for action, strong instincts, and the ability to move quickly with sound judgmentInterest in advancing principled, market-based policy solutions and shaping communications that drive meaningful policy outcomesEnthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respectStandout Candidates Will BringExperience leading communications strategy for policy or issue-based campaignsBackground in crisis communications or rapid response environmentsExperience managing or mentoring communications teamsTrack record of influencing national media narratives