Communications Advisor
ABOUT OHIO
State Parties are responsible for building infrastructure necessary for successful candidate campaigns up and down the ballot. Over the last few years, Ohio Democrats built a year-round organizing model driven by local community activists and volunteers. Ohio Dems are testing new technology and programs to build a modern, data-driven and nimble force to elect Democrats statewide now and in the future.
In 2026, every statewide office will be on the ballot – including the governor’s race and a special election to elect a U.S. Senator to the seat currently occupied by appointed Senator Jon Husted. With 3 DCCC Frontline Races to protect and 3 additional seats targeted by the DCCC, the path to a Democratic majority in the U.S. House and Senate will once again run through Ohio in 2026.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Communications Advisor for the Ohio Democratic Party works with the 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 Ohio’s competitive 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.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
● 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 Ohio and nationally.
● Respond to media inquiries.
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.
Reports to: Communications Director
How to Apply:
To apply, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/c54SkHSj7MeYyuym8
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and full benefits including PTO as needed, health, dental, and voluntary vision insurance. The hourly expectation will fluctuate depending on the campaign cycle, but will be a minimum of 40 hours per week. Applicants must live in or be willing to relocate to Columbus, Ohio.
Ohio Democrats recognize our success requires a diverse mix of talented people. We are focused on building a staff that is diverse in race, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. Candidates of color, women, LGBTQI, and more are encouraged to apply.