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Director of Communications
Role summary
The Director of Communications leads Operativo US’s communications function across the firm’s brand, thought leadership, media relations, and client communications support. This is a senior, bilingual (English-Spanish) role responsible for shaping messaging, managing high-volume deliverables across diverse clients, and ensuring Operativo’s voice and work product are consistently strategic, culturally fluent, and high quality. The role partners closely with account teams to translate strategy into press, narrative, executive communications, and rapid response materials across multiple sectors, including political, advocacy, and philanthropy.
Reporting and collaboration
Reports to Operativo’s Founder and CEO
Core responsibilities Multi-client communications leadership and counsel
Serve as senior communications strategist across a portfolio of clients, balancing priorities, timelines, and approvals across multiple accounts simultaneously.
Translate client objectives into clear narrative strategy, messaging frameworks, and communications plans that align with campaign or organizational goals.
Lead development of high-stakes deliverables across clients, including talking points, press releases, op-eds, statements, speeches, scripts, memos, FAQs, and rapid response pieces.
Ensure consistent quality control across all client-facing communications, including message discipline, tone, structure, and strategic intent.
Manage client approvals and stakeholder inputs efficiently, navigating sensitive dynamics and ensuring deliverables are accurate and on deadline.
Provide bilingual review and adaptation, ensuring Spanish-language materials are culturally competent, precise, and built for the intended audience and media ecosystem.
Media relations and earned media (firm and client support)
Build and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and key outlets relevant to Operativo and priority client accounts.
Lead proactive pitching and reactive press engagement across multiple clients, coordinating closely with account leads on strategy and timing.
Prepare spokespeople and principals for interviews, including briefing memos, message guidance, tough Q and A, and prep sessions.
Develop and maintain media lists by beat, geography, language, and audience, tailored to different client needs.
Business development support
Support proposals and new business pitches by developing case studies, capabilities language, and communications sections for decks and written submissions.
Contribute to partnership and visibility opportunities that strengthen Operativo’s profile and network.
Required qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in communications, PR, political communications, advocacy, or public affairs
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- Demonstrated success managing communications deliverables across multiple clients or campaigns simultaneously
- Fluent English and Spanish writing, editing, and message development
- Strong earned media instincts and experience working with reporters and spokespeople
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to operate under pressure and tight deadlines
- Highly organized, systems-oriented, and collaborative working style.
Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@operativo.us, along with your salary requirement.
Send your resumeThe Director of Communications leads Operativo US’s communications function across the firm’s brand, thought leadership, media relations, and client communications support. This is a senior, bilingual (English-Spanish) role responsible for shaping messaging, managing high-volume deliverables across diverse clients, and ensuring Operativo’s voice and work product are consistently strategic, culturally fluent, and high quality. The role partners closely with account teams to translate strategy into press, narrative, executive communications, and rapid response materials across multiple sectors, including political, advocacy, and philanthropy.
Reporting and collaboration
Reports to Operativo’s Founder and CEO
Core responsibilities Multi-client communications leadership and counsel
Serve as senior communications strategist across a portfolio of clients, balancing priorities, timelines, and approvals across multiple accounts simultaneously.
Translate client objectives into clear narrative strategy, messaging frameworks, and communications plans that align with campaign or organizational goals.
Lead development of high-stakes deliverables across clients, including talking points, press releases, op-eds, statements, speeches, scripts, memos, FAQs, and rapid response pieces.
Ensure consistent quality control across all client-facing communications, including message discipline, tone, structure, and strategic intent.
Manage client approvals and stakeholder inputs efficiently, navigating sensitive dynamics and ensuring deliverables are accurate and on deadline.
Provide bilingual review and adaptation, ensuring Spanish-language materials are culturally competent, precise, and built for the intended audience and media ecosystem.
Media relations and earned media (firm and client support)
Build and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and key outlets relevant to Operativo and priority client accounts.
Lead proactive pitching and reactive press engagement across multiple clients, coordinating closely with account leads on strategy and timing.
Prepare spokespeople and principals for interviews, including briefing memos, message guidance, tough Q and A, and prep sessions.
Develop and maintain media lists by beat, geography, language, and audience, tailored to different client needs.
Business development support
Support proposals and new business pitches by developing case studies, capabilities language, and communications sections for decks and written submissions.
Contribute to partnership and visibility opportunities that strengthen Operativo’s profile and network.
Required qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in communications, PR, political communications, advocacy, or public affairs
in
- Demonstrated success managing communications deliverables across multiple clients or campaigns simultaneously
- Fluent English and Spanish writing, editing, and message development
- Strong earned media instincts and experience working with reporters and spokespeople
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to operate under pressure and tight deadlines
- Highly organized, systems-oriented, and collaborative working style.
Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@operativo.us, along with your salary requirement.
Junior Associate
As an Associate at Operativo, you will play a crucial role in contributing to the success of multi-faceted campaigns, projects and public affairs initiatives. You will work closely with a talented team of professionals to contribute to the success of client projects. This role offers a unique opportunity with a wide range of responsibilities and the opportunity to gain valuable experience and exposure to different aspects of political consulting, public relations and public engagement strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Campaign Support: Assist in the development and execution of comprehensive campaign strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals and objectives.
Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough research on relevant topics, stakeholders, and policy issues to inform campaign strategies and messaging.
Communication and Messaging: Contribute to the development of compelling messaging that resonates with target audiences and supports client objectives.
Client Interaction: Engage with clients to understand their needs, provide regular updates, and ensure satisfaction with campaign progress.
Event Management: Coordinate and support events including logistics, outreach, and follow-up activities.
Public Relations: Work on building and maintaining positive relationships with media outlets, influencers, and other key stakeholders.
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Operativo to ensure seamless execution of the workflow
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration or a related field.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, not required. Excellent research and analytical abilities.Highly motivated individual with a can-do attitude with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Prior experience in communications, and PR required. Campaigns, marketing, constituency engagement, or related fields is a plus. is Knowledge of social impact initiatives and community engagement across communities.
Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@operativo.us Along with your salary requirement.
Send your resumeKey Responsibilities:
Campaign Support: Assist in the development and execution of comprehensive campaign strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals and objectives.
Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough research on relevant topics, stakeholders, and policy issues to inform campaign strategies and messaging.
Communication and Messaging: Contribute to the development of compelling messaging that resonates with target audiences and supports client objectives.
Client Interaction: Engage with clients to understand their needs, provide regular updates, and ensure satisfaction with campaign progress.
Event Management: Coordinate and support events including logistics, outreach, and follow-up activities.
Public Relations: Work on building and maintaining positive relationships with media outlets, influencers, and other key stakeholders.
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Operativo to ensure seamless execution of the workflow
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration or a related field.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, not required. Excellent research and analytical abilities.Highly motivated individual with a can-do attitude with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Prior experience in communications, and PR required. Campaigns, marketing, constituency engagement, or related fields is a plus. is Knowledge of social impact initiatives and community engagement across communities.
Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@operativo.us Along with your salary requirement.
Communications Senior Associate
As a Communications Senior Associate at Operativo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing comprehensive communication strategies for the success of multi-faceted campaigns, projects, and public affairs initiatives. Leveraging your expertise in communication, you will guide a talented team of professionals, ensuring the seamless execution of client projects. This role presents a unique opportunity for career growth with a diverse set of responsibilities, providing you with valuable experience and exposure to various facets of Public Relations, political consulting and public engagement strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Campaign Communication Leadership: Take a leadership role in the planning and developing communication strategies for clients for the execution of comprehensive campaign strategies, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals and objectives.
Research and Strategic Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on pertinent topics, stakeholders, and policy issues to inform and shape campaign strategies, messaging, and decision-making.
Communication and Messaging: Lead the development of compelling messaging that resonates with target audiences and aligns with overarching client objectives.
Client Engagement: Proactively engage with clients to understand their unique communication needs, provide regular updates, and ensure client satisfaction by demonstrating the progress and impact of campaigns.
Event Management: Lead and coordinate events, overseeing logistics, outreach, and post-event activities to ensure seamless execution and maximum impact.
Public Relations: Oversee efforts to build and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, influencers, and key stakeholders to enhance campaign visibility and success.
Collaboration and Team Leadership: Foster collaboration with cross-functional teams within Operativo, providing guidance and ensuring the cohesive execution of workflows.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus, though not required. Demonstrate excellent research and analytical abilities to inform strategic decision-making. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork and driving collective success.Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team, fostering positive relationships and contributing to a collaborative and inclusive work culture. A minimum of 2 years of prior experience in campaigns, marketing, constituency engagement, or related fields is a plus, showcasing your understanding of effective public affairs strategies. Knowledge of social impact initiatives and community engagement, demonstrating a commitment to creating positive societal change.
Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@operativo.us Along with your salary requirement.
Key Responsibilities:
Campaign Communication Leadership: Take a leadership role in the planning and developing communication strategies for clients for the execution of comprehensive campaign strategies, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals and objectives.
Research and Strategic Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on pertinent topics, stakeholders, and policy issues to inform and shape campaign strategies, messaging, and decision-making.
Communication and Messaging: Lead the development of compelling messaging that resonates with target audiences and aligns with overarching client objectives.
Client Engagement: Proactively engage with clients to understand their unique communication needs, provide regular updates, and ensure client satisfaction by demonstrating the progress and impact of campaigns.
Event Management: Lead and coordinate events, overseeing logistics, outreach, and post-event activities to ensure seamless execution and maximum impact.
Public Relations: Oversee efforts to build and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, influencers, and key stakeholders to enhance campaign visibility and success.
Collaboration and Team Leadership: Foster collaboration with cross-functional teams within Operativo, providing guidance and ensuring the cohesive execution of workflows.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus, though not required. Demonstrate excellent research and analytical abilities to inform strategic decision-making. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, fostering teamwork and driving collective success.Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team, fostering positive relationships and contributing to a collaborative and inclusive work culture. A minimum of 2 years of prior experience in campaigns, marketing, constituency engagement, or related fields is a plus, showcasing your understanding of effective public affairs strategies. Knowledge of social impact initiatives and community engagement, demonstrating a commitment to creating positive societal change.
Please email your resume and cover letter to admin@operativo.us Along with your salary requirement.