Iowa Democrats
Position : Iowa Democratic Party Communications Advisor
Description : The Communications Advisor for the Iowa 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 the highly 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.
Status : This is a full-time, regular position through November 2026. Salary based on experience. The position is based in Iowa with Des Moines strongly preferred.
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.
Requirements and skills:
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.
Please contact Zach Meunier at 515-244-7292 or zmeunier@iowademocrats.org for any accommodations you need for the application and interview process.
The Iowa Democratic Party is an equal opportunity employer, and employs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, family medical status or genetic information, military service, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, height, weight, creed, economic status or disability.
Whether you’re knocking doors, making calls, or organizing events, there’s a place for everyone to contribute. Join a passionate team of volunteers, staff, and activists working together to elect Democrats up and down the ballot and fight for the values we believe in
Every donation helps to elect Democrats across Iowa
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Description : The Communications Advisor for the Iowa 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 the highly 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.
Status : This is a full-time, regular position through November 2026. Salary based on experience. The position is based in Iowa with Des Moines strongly preferred.
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.
Requirements and skills:
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.
Please contact Zach Meunier at 515-244-7292 or zmeunier@iowademocrats.org for any accommodations you need for the application and interview process.
The Iowa Democratic Party is an equal opportunity employer, and employs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, family medical status or genetic information, military service, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, height, weight, creed, economic status or disability.
Whether you’re knocking doors, making calls, or organizing events, there’s a place for everyone to contribute. Join a passionate team of volunteers, staff, and activists working together to elect Democrats up and down the ballot and fight for the values we believe in
Every donation helps to elect Democrats across Iowa
#J-18808-Ljbffr