Communications Advisor

Democratic Party of Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A political organization in Georgia is seeking a Communications Advisor to lead its strategic communications for the upcoming gubernatorial race. The role involves managing media relations, creating communication plans, and serving as the on-the-record spokesperson. Candidates should have a strong background in political communications with at least three years of experience. This position offers competitive salary and benefits including health coverage.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Qualifications

• 3+ years working in political communications, preferably in a statewide campaign.
• On-the-record experience required.
• Proven ability to execute creative earned media campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-the-record spokesperson for the governor’s race.
• Plan and oversee press events and media opportunities.
• Draft media materials including press releases and statements.

Skills

Political communications experience

Creative media campaigning

Stakeholder communication

Crisis communications management

Job description

Overview

The Communications Advisor for the Georgia Democratic Party works 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 highly competitive and nationally watched 2026 gubernatorial race. This is an on-the-record role and will include overseeing internal and external communications, developing communications plans, executing events, and working with reporters.

Responsibilities

• 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 Georgia and nationally.
• Respond to media inquiries.
• Work with staff to manage difficult communications situations, including crisis communications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years working in political communications, preferably at least one cycle on a statewide campaign.
• On-the-record experience.
• 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.

How to apply

To apply, email a cover letter describing your interest in the position and your resume to [e-mail]. Please use the subject line format of “LAST NAME, FIRST NAME – Communications Advisor” in the subject line. No calls, please. The position will be open until filled and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The Democratic Party of Georgia provides medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee at no monthly premium.

The Democratic Party of Georgia is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DPG is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.