Description
Our Firm
Mission Control Inc. is the nation's leading Democratic direct mail firm with over 25 years of experience. Our diverse, passionate team is committed to electing Democrats, registering and turning out underrepresented communities, and advancing progressive causes nationally. We provide strategic guidance, advanced targeting, and creative to the most competitive campaigns in the country. https://www.missioncontrolinc.net/
The Role:
Junior Account Executive:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Account Executive. You’ll work closely with senior staff and national and local campaigns to manage their mail programs. You’ll have the opportunity to work with leaders in Democratic and progressive spaces. Ideal applicants are detail-oriented, team-oriented, and skilled project managers. This position suits someone looking to break into politics or with little political experience.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with our creative staff, including writers and artists, to execute mail plans.
- Draft budgets and enter data.
- Proofread key documents for accuracy.
- Partner with our copywriting and design teams to develop and edit engaging creative.
- Assist with internal administrative tasks as needed.
- Coordinate with State Parties and mail houses to organize volunteers.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Cares about progressive causes, has an open mind, and is open to diverse perspectives.
- Has 1-3 years of political work experience.
- Has an eagle eye for detail, is highly organized, and loves proofreading and fact-checking.
- Is an adaptable team player comfortable multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
- Works well with others and lacks ego.
- Is a strong communicator and understands client management.
- Has a can-do attitude and a ready-to-dive-in work ethic.
- Is proficient in Excel and Adobe.
- Travel ready, comfortable with airplane travel up to 10% of the time.
Workload, Compensation & Location: Our workload accelerates in the run-up to Election Day. Starting in August, the pace increases, and AEs should expect long days and weekends with the team.
Status: This is a full-time, exempt, fixed-term position.
Timeline: This position runs through the end of the 2026 election cycle (November 6, 2026).
Benefits:
- Bonus based on individual performance and the firm's cycle performance.
- 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account, & Dependent Care FSA eligible for childcare or eldercare expenses.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 100% employer-paid Life Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term disability insurance.
- Laptop and monitors for your home office.
- Paid Time Off: This position accrues PTO.
Location: 100% remote; applicants start their workday in Eastern Time, regardless of their physical location.
Vacation Blackout: Because of the time-critical nature of our work, there is a mandatory vacation blackout from August 1st through Election Day. We operate on an all-hands-on-deck basis during this period to ensure client success.
How to Apply: Applicants who do not follow these instructions will not be considered. Please send your application to info@missioncontrolinc.net, meeting the following criteria:
Format: Resume and cover letter combined into a single PDF.
File Name: FirstName_LastName_JuniorAccountExecutive.pdf
Subject Line of Email: [Your First and Last Name], Junior Account Executive
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mission Control prohibits discrimination in 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. 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.
