Americans for the Arts seeks a Vice President of Communications. Americans for the Arts is the nation's leading non-profit organization for advancing the arts in America. The Vice President of Communications is responsible for the organisation's communications planning and implementation. The position reports to the Vice President / COO in areas of operations and to the President / CEO in the areas of organisational content. Responsibilities include Ensuring the effective and efficient use of the President/ CEO s time as the principal spokesperson for the organization which includes preparing and overseeing the preparation of speeches, editorials, media appearances and other scheduled events. Functioning as an integral member of the Executive, Development and Leadership Advancement teams in the implementation of the Board approved Strategic Plan. Enhancing the organization s brands and trademarks, through various forms of media, including print and electronic media and video production. Developing and coordinating departmental planning in concurrence with the annual work plan and the strategic plan of the Board Qualifications The ideal candidate will have eight to ten years of experience in a non- profit organization with a background in the arts. The candidate should have a deep understanding of the public policy/media issues faced by such organizations; excellent communication skills; experience with a public advocacy organization on a national level; legislative and public relations experience in a national setting; experience with all media; and video production experience.