Communications Director – Texas Democratic Party
The Texas Democratic Party is hiring a communications professional to serve as the Communications Director. This communications leader will report to the Deputy Executive Director.
The Communications Director will work with multiple departments to design and implement an aggressive messaging strategy for the Texas Democratic Party across a variety of media focused on the kitchen-table issues that Texas families deal with every day. This person must be capable of performing in a high-pressure, fast paced environment. On the record experience and Spanish language fluency is highly desired.
Duties will include:
Responsible for helping design and execute an aggressive communications strategy for Texas Democrats, including online and traditional media/Spanish media.
Plans and executes innovative earned media campaigns across the state.
Drafts and edits talking points, press releases, action alerts, etc.
Fields and answers media requests.
Develop relationships with bloggers, editors, print reporters, and columnists.
Executes rapid response for breaking news stories.
Prepares spokespersons for press interviews and events.
Occasionally serves as the party's on-the-record spokesperson.
Works with candidates and elected officials in targeted districts to build communications plans that motivate base Democratic voters.
Qualifications and Experience:
Spanish fluency in reading, writing and verbal.
Strong writing and editing skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meeting frequent deadlines.
Relentless dedication to the campaign's success.
Strong organizational skills and excellent follow-through.
On-the-record experience preferred.
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. To apply, send a one page PDF resume to keegan@txdemocrats.org. No calls please.
The Texas Democratic Party is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.
Women and members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
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