Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES)
Digital Communications Senior Associate
Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions (CRES), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
The Digital Communications Senior Associate (DCSA) is a position on the CRES Communications Team responsible for all of CRES and CRES Forum’s digital properties, understanding CRES and CRES Forum’s many audiences including policymakers and their staff, policy organizations, outside stakeholders and supporters; and effectively communicating with them through web, print, digital and social media. The ideal candidate has an innate sense of creativity and curiosity, with a passion for high-quality graphics and video, website management, user engagement, community development and results‑driven social media strategy. This position reports to the Vice President.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will support CRES’s mission by cultivating relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, with particular attention to engaging conservative and Republican audiences. The ideal candidate will have proven experience working with or within Republican or conservative political environments, demonstrating the skills to strengthen connections externally.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will provide vital support for strategic initiatives, focusing on operational excellence and team collaboration to enhance workflow and overall alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator with strong organizational skills, a willingness to adapt and an ability to contribute effectively within a team‑focused environment.
Scope of Work The Digital Communications Senior Associate (DCSA) is a position on the CRES Communications Team responsible for all of CRES and CRES Forum’s digital properties, understanding CRES and CRES Forum’s many audiences including policymakers and their staff, policy organizations, outside stakeholders and supporters; and effectively communicating with them through web, print, digital and social media. The ideal candidate has an innate sense of creativity and curiosity, with a passion for high-quality graphics and video, website management, user engagement, community development and results‑driven social media strategy. This position reports to the Vice President.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will support CRES’s mission by cultivating relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, with particular attention to engaging conservative and Republican audiences. The ideal candidate will have proven experience working with or within Republican or conservative political environments, demonstrating the skills to strengthen connections externally.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will provide vital support for strategic initiatives, focusing on operational excellence and team collaboration to enhance workflow and overall alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator with strong organizational skills, a willingness to adapt and an ability to contribute effectively within a team‑focused environment.
Responsibilities
In coordination with the Communications Director, conceptualize, plan and execute digital communications strategies based on the Communications annual work plan
Assist in translating CRES’ branding priorities into action by strategizing and executing day‑to‑day production of content, copy and visual assets across all CRES’ communications channels, including websites, email and social media
Coordinate and produce engaging educational videos and graphics to help disseminate clean energy and climate information to CRES audiences, e.g., clean energy and climate accomplishments of Members of Congress
Direct consultants to enhance CRES’ digital strategies, including targeted marketing and paid media campaigns
Ensure digital content on the CRES’ website is consistent with its messaging, brand standards and style guide
Create and manage content calendars for the organization’s digital channels, e.g., social media, website and emails, to promote the events and engagements of CRES’ Policy, Government Relations and External Relations departments
Collaborate with Communications, Government Relations and External Relations to bolster comprehensive media strategy; provide recommendations on how to enhance CRES’ social media strategy to expand its grassroots audience and influence policymaking
Coordinate with counterparts at allied organizations to amplify our partners and grow CRES’ digital audience
Monitor trends and audience engagement and provide detailed analyses of CRES’ web, social media and email marketing activities to develop data‑driven strategies
Develop detailed campaign briefs and toolkits for internal and external teams to deploy relevant and compelling content
Maintain contact databases for different audiences
Support Communications Director with written work such as blogs, op‑eds and newsletters
Perform other duties as assigned
Personal and Professional Attributes
Strengths
: Brings critical strengths such as Strategic Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Futuristic Vision, and Collaboration, which support operational efficiency and foster impactful messaging across platforms.
Detail‑Oriented
: Maintains high standards for accuracy and quality in all content creation and digital strategy execution.
Creative and Innovative
: Leverages creativity to develop compelling digital assets and engaging social media strategies.
Team‑Oriented
: Contributes effectively in collaborative settings, supporting overall team workflow and alignment.
Flexible and Resilient
: Manages competing priorities and adapts to shifting demands in a fast‑paced working environment.
Proactive and Curious
: Exhibits a natural curiosity and drive to improve processes, learn new skills, and enhance organizational messaging.
Effective Communicator
: Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver impactful content across digital platforms.
Education and Experience Required:
Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in independently managing social media accounts for multiple clients or in‑house for a national brand, government agency, political campaign or elected official
Proven experience working with or within Republican or conservative political environments
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Advertising, Communications, Marketing or Graphic Design
Must demonstrate a deep understanding of how to best leverage major social media platforms and trends, including LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook
Must demonstrate proficiency in design software programs such as Adobe Suite, Microsoft and Canva
Ability to create short‑form copy, graphics and video that is compelling, educational and technically sound
Effective storyteller through online tools (written, video, images)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and adept at managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously at a high standard in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Experience in web design or third‑party web builders such as WordPress or Cvent
Experience in using email marketing and automation sites such as Meltwater, Mailchimp, etc.
Preferred:
Background in climate and clean energy policy
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, regularly identifying opportunities to advance the CRES agenda and maximizing those opportunities
Operating style suited to working in a start‑up organization setting, where teamwork, initiative and resourcefulness are highly valued
Able and willing to travel occasionally
Competitive Benefits
Excellent health, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
Generous paid time off, paid federal holidays, plus additional office closures during the week of Thanksgiving and between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement plan plus match
Paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
Transportation benefit
Cell phone reimbursement
Hybrid work environment
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement CRES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CRES’ policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment and provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, national origin, disability or military status and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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The Digital Communications Senior Associate will support CRES’s mission by cultivating relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, with particular attention to engaging conservative and Republican audiences. The ideal candidate will have proven experience working with or within Republican or conservative political environments, demonstrating the skills to strengthen connections externally.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will provide vital support for strategic initiatives, focusing on operational excellence and team collaboration to enhance workflow and overall alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator with strong organizational skills, a willingness to adapt and an ability to contribute effectively within a team‑focused environment.
Scope of Work The Digital Communications Senior Associate (DCSA) is a position on the CRES Communications Team responsible for all of CRES and CRES Forum’s digital properties, understanding CRES and CRES Forum’s many audiences including policymakers and their staff, policy organizations, outside stakeholders and supporters; and effectively communicating with them through web, print, digital and social media. The ideal candidate has an innate sense of creativity and curiosity, with a passion for high-quality graphics and video, website management, user engagement, community development and results‑driven social media strategy. This position reports to the Vice President.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will support CRES’s mission by cultivating relationships with policymakers and stakeholders, with particular attention to engaging conservative and Republican audiences. The ideal candidate will have proven experience working with or within Republican or conservative political environments, demonstrating the skills to strengthen connections externally.
The Digital Communications Senior Associate will provide vital support for strategic initiatives, focusing on operational excellence and team collaboration to enhance workflow and overall alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator with strong organizational skills, a willingness to adapt and an ability to contribute effectively within a team‑focused environment.
Responsibilities
In coordination with the Communications Director, conceptualize, plan and execute digital communications strategies based on the Communications annual work plan
Assist in translating CRES’ branding priorities into action by strategizing and executing day‑to‑day production of content, copy and visual assets across all CRES’ communications channels, including websites, email and social media
Coordinate and produce engaging educational videos and graphics to help disseminate clean energy and climate information to CRES audiences, e.g., clean energy and climate accomplishments of Members of Congress
Direct consultants to enhance CRES’ digital strategies, including targeted marketing and paid media campaigns
Ensure digital content on the CRES’ website is consistent with its messaging, brand standards and style guide
Create and manage content calendars for the organization’s digital channels, e.g., social media, website and emails, to promote the events and engagements of CRES’ Policy, Government Relations and External Relations departments
Collaborate with Communications, Government Relations and External Relations to bolster comprehensive media strategy; provide recommendations on how to enhance CRES’ social media strategy to expand its grassroots audience and influence policymaking
Coordinate with counterparts at allied organizations to amplify our partners and grow CRES’ digital audience
Monitor trends and audience engagement and provide detailed analyses of CRES’ web, social media and email marketing activities to develop data‑driven strategies
Develop detailed campaign briefs and toolkits for internal and external teams to deploy relevant and compelling content
Maintain contact databases for different audiences
Support Communications Director with written work such as blogs, op‑eds and newsletters
Perform other duties as assigned
Personal and Professional Attributes
Strengths
: Brings critical strengths such as Strategic Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Futuristic Vision, and Collaboration, which support operational efficiency and foster impactful messaging across platforms.
Detail‑Oriented
: Maintains high standards for accuracy and quality in all content creation and digital strategy execution.
Creative and Innovative
: Leverages creativity to develop compelling digital assets and engaging social media strategies.
Team‑Oriented
: Contributes effectively in collaborative settings, supporting overall team workflow and alignment.
Flexible and Resilient
: Manages competing priorities and adapts to shifting demands in a fast‑paced working environment.
Proactive and Curious
: Exhibits a natural curiosity and drive to improve processes, learn new skills, and enhance organizational messaging.
Effective Communicator
: Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver impactful content across digital platforms.
Education and Experience Required:
Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in independently managing social media accounts for multiple clients or in‑house for a national brand, government agency, political campaign or elected official
Proven experience working with or within Republican or conservative political environments
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Advertising, Communications, Marketing or Graphic Design
Must demonstrate a deep understanding of how to best leverage major social media platforms and trends, including LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook
Must demonstrate proficiency in design software programs such as Adobe Suite, Microsoft and Canva
Ability to create short‑form copy, graphics and video that is compelling, educational and technically sound
Effective storyteller through online tools (written, video, images)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized and adept at managing multiple projects and clients simultaneously at a high standard in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Experience in web design or third‑party web builders such as WordPress or Cvent
Experience in using email marketing and automation sites such as Meltwater, Mailchimp, etc.
Preferred:
Background in climate and clean energy policy
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, regularly identifying opportunities to advance the CRES agenda and maximizing those opportunities
Operating style suited to working in a start‑up organization setting, where teamwork, initiative and resourcefulness are highly valued
Able and willing to travel occasionally
Competitive Benefits
Excellent health, vision, dental and prescription drug insurance
Generous paid time off, paid federal holidays, plus additional office closures during the week of Thanksgiving and between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement plan plus match
Paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
Transportation benefit
Cell phone reimbursement
Hybrid work environment
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement CRES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CRES’ policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment and provides equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, national origin, disability or military status and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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