Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)
Communications Manager
Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Communications Manager
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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‑makers 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 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Salary range: $60‑75,000
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to talent@learnaboutsam.org.
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Communications Manager
role 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‑makers 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 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Salary range: $60‑75,000
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to talent@learnaboutsam.org.
#J-18808-Ljbffr