Job Opportunities: Marijuana Policy Project, DC & LA

The Marijuana Policy Project has the following new job opportunities: 1. Assistant Director of Communications MPP is hiring an Assistant Director of Communications, to be based in Washington, D.C. The Assistant Director of Communications promotes MPP's message to the news media and writes and edits brochures and other literature for public distribution. This position is an excellent opportunity to work on the front lines of a fast-paced advocacy organization that is regularly featured and cited in the news -- both locally and nationally. Applicants should have excellent oral communications skills, flawless writing, solid editing skills, and an ability to do newspaper and radio interviews (and eventually TV interviews). 2. Director of VIP Relations MPP is also seeking a Director of VIP Relations to increase the network of celebrities who are willing to help MPP end marijuana prohibition in the U.S. (Please visit www.mpp-vip.org to learn more about MPP’s celebrity outreach effort.) The Director of VIP Relations -- who is responsible for coordinating MPP's outreach to celebrities, maintaining relationships with celebrities and other VIPS, and organizing high-profile events -- must be persistent and knowledgeable in the ways of Hollywood, highly organized, and based in Los Angeles. For both positions, please visit http://www.mpp.org/jobs for full job descriptions, salary information, and instructions on how to apply. Thank you!