Political Operations Coordinator - Addison Group
Washington, DC
About the Job
Job Title: Political Operations Coordinator
Location: Bethesda, MD – hybrid schedule
Industry: Political Media
Pay: $17-20/hr
Job Description:
Responsible for accurately entering and transmitting spot cable media schedules and revisions for political campaigns and issue groups, including federal, state, and local elections under daily deadlines. Work with assigned political sales team to complete daily tasks including data entry of rates for ad buys and order confirmations. Provide superior customer service to external business partners, including top media agencies representing political advertisers across the country. Maintain clear lines of communication with cable, satellite, telco, and online affiliates to ensure ad buys are airing according to geographic and demographic targeting. Collaborate with team to execute the operational elements of an Account Executive's desk including maintaining order trackers, balancing budgets for advertising campaigns, completing and distributing political paperwork and spending reports. Excel in a team environment and feel welcome to ask for help when needed. Adaptable to new technology, specifically enhancements to proprietary software, and new workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Enter and transmit spot cable media schedules and revisions
- Work with political sales team on data entry of ad buy rates and order confirmations
- Provide superior customer service to media agencies
- Maintain communication with affiliates to ensure accurate ad targeting
- Collaborate with team to maintain order trackers, balance budgets, and distribute paperwork and reports
- Adapt to new technology and workflows
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Accuracy in numerical data entry
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
- Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines
- Previous experience in a professional office setting
- Willingness to work overtime
- Background check required
Additional Details:
- Contract position through November 2024
- Candidate should be comfortable working in a non-partisan environment
- Experience in political or advocacy campaigns, technical fields, communications/media/advertising, or service/retail/hospitality roles preferred
Perks:
- Fun, enthusiastic, and friendly colleagues
- Team-oriented environment
- Frequent team-bonding events
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.