Sacred Heart University
Messaging Manager & Associate Director of Communications
Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut, us, 06828
Messaging Manager & Associate Director of Communications
Recruitment began on January 2, 2026
and the job listing Expires on February 2, 2026
Position Summary
The Messaging Manager & Associate Director of Communications plays a central role in shaping and executing the campaign’s message. This position is responsible for developing clear, persuasive, and consistent messaging that reflects the candidate’s values and resonates with voters. Working closely with senior leadership, research, and communications staff, this role ensures message discipline across all campaign platforms and activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead development and ongoing refinement of the campaign’s core message, narrative, and issue priorities
Translate research, policy positions, and district‑specific data into clear, persuasive, voter‑focused messaging
Draft and edit speeches, public statements, talking points, press materials, and internal message guides
Ensure message discipline and consistency across all campaign communications, including digital, press, field, and offline materials
Collaborate closely with the Director of Communications to align messaging strategy with overall campaign goals
Work with the research team to identify voter concerns, test messaging, and adjust strategy as needed
Support rapid response efforts by preparing rebuttals, reactive talking points, and guidance for staff and surrogates
Review and approve campaign materials for tone, accuracy, and alignment with campaign values: Assist in debate preparation, media prep, and message training for the candidate and key spokespeople
Monitor political and media developments to proactively identify messaging opportunities and risks
We are able to provide assignments along with hours tracking. And offer letters to confirm activities that are applicable to the field of study, as well as a letter of completion verifying hours and activities.
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and the job listing Expires on February 2, 2026
Position Summary
The Messaging Manager & Associate Director of Communications plays a central role in shaping and executing the campaign’s message. This position is responsible for developing clear, persuasive, and consistent messaging that reflects the candidate’s values and resonates with voters. Working closely with senior leadership, research, and communications staff, this role ensures message discipline across all campaign platforms and activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead development and ongoing refinement of the campaign’s core message, narrative, and issue priorities
Translate research, policy positions, and district‑specific data into clear, persuasive, voter‑focused messaging
Draft and edit speeches, public statements, talking points, press materials, and internal message guides
Ensure message discipline and consistency across all campaign communications, including digital, press, field, and offline materials
Collaborate closely with the Director of Communications to align messaging strategy with overall campaign goals
Work with the research team to identify voter concerns, test messaging, and adjust strategy as needed
Support rapid response efforts by preparing rebuttals, reactive talking points, and guidance for staff and surrogates
Review and approve campaign materials for tone, accuracy, and alignment with campaign values: Assist in debate preparation, media prep, and message training for the candidate and key spokespeople
Monitor political and media developments to proactively identify messaging opportunities and risks
We are able to provide assignments along with hours tracking. And offer letters to confirm activities that are applicable to the field of study, as well as a letter of completion verifying hours and activities.
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