Senior Communications Advisor

Senior Communications Advisor - Austin Summary

The Texas Democratic Party (TDP) is seeking a dynamic Senior Communications Advisor who will work with the Executive Director, Chair, party staff, and stakeholders to drive earned media coverage and communicate the party’s message. This position is responsible for overseeing the party’s overall communications and messaging strategy for the 2026 gubernatorial race. This is an on-the-record role and will include overseeing internal and external communications, developing communications plans, executing events, working with reporters, and building a program that creatively and aggressively holds Greg Abbott accountable.

• On the record spokesperson for the governor’s race.
• Plan and oversee events including press conferences, press calls, and creative earned media opportunities.
• Draft media materials, including press releases, talking points, online content, and statements.
• Write short and long-term communications plans.
• Develop pitch ideas and pitch stories to reporters in Texas and nationally.
• Respond to media inquiries.
• Work with staff to manage difficult communications situations, including crisis communications.

• 3+ years working in political communications, preferably at least one cycle on a statewide campaign.
• Proven ability to execute creative earned media campaigns.
• Previous record of working and communicating with multiple stakeholders.
• A willingness to work in a high-paced campaign environment with unpredictable hours.

$6,500 - $7,000 per month (salaried position)

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.