Account Executive

Our Firm
Mission Control Inc. is the nation's leading Democratic direct mail firm. Our team is composed of diverse and passionate experts who are committed to electing Democrats up and down the ballot, registering and turning out underrepresented communities, and advancing progressive causes nationally. We work closely to provide strategic guidance, advanced targeting, and some of the most cutting-edge creative to the most competitive and closely watched campaigns in the country.

The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Account Executive to join our team. The Account Executive will work closely on voter registration and vote-by-mail programs focused on expanding the electorate and turning out the New American Majority in key states. You'll also support in managing a variety of candidate campaigns up and down the ballot. This role is client-facing. The Account Executive will have the opportunity to work closely with leaders in the Democratic and progressive spaces. Ideal applicants are highly detail-oriented team players. At Mission Control, we are committed to providing personal and professional growth for a rewarding experience.

Our workload ramps up significantly in the run up to Election Day. In the late summer, the pace accelerates significantly, and you should expect to work long days and weekends through Election Day.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references in a single PDF to emma@missioncontrolinc.net. Please use "Account Executive Application" as the subject line of your application email. Our goal is to fill this position by Spring 2024.

The salary range for this opportunity is $45,000-$55,000 plus a generous election day bonus based on experience. It also includes a competitive benefits package including insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401(k) with employer match, and paid vacation.

Our company is fully remote, but applicants for this role should expect to work East Coast hours. The position runs through the end of the 2024 election cycle.

Mission Control prohibits discrimination of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran's status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person holding this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with our largest clients to implement highly complex voter registration and vote-by-mail programs
• Develop, edit, and maintain program creative and other key documents
• Coordinate with printers and clients on timelines and mail production
• Proofread key documents for accuracy
• Write mail plans and draft budgets
• Coordinate with our copy-writing and graphic design teams to develop and edit engaging creative
• Provide strategic guidance to campaigns in meetings
• Staff candidate photoshoots
• Assist with internal administrative tasks as needed

The Ideal Candidate

• Has 1-3 years of work experience. Campaign experience is preferred but not required
• Excellent concentration, fine detail processing, and memory for a fast-paced work environment
• Has an eagle eye for detail, is highly organized, and loves to proofread
• Is an adaptable team player
• Is comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
• Works well with others and lacks ego
• Is a strong communicator who understands client management
• Has a sense of humor and positive attitude
• Is proficient in Excel and Adobe
• Cares about progressive causes, has an open mind, and is open to diverse perspectives

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Mission Control reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.