Communications Advisor

Communications Advisor

The Democratic Party of Illinois (DPI) is hiring a Communications Advisor focused on earned media in both traditional and new media spaces and assisting with rapid response operations for Illinois Democrats up and down the ballot. This position will pitch stories on behalf of the state party and assist the existing team with building events and creating press plans.

About the Democratic Party of Illinois

DPI is dedicated to electing Democrats at all levels across Illinois while building the most active, inclusive, and diverse party possible. Organize Illinois 2026, DPI’s Coordinated Campaign, will serve as the base of operations for statewide campaign activity to elect and protect Democrats in Illinois in the 2026 midterm election cycle. The Coordinated Campaign is a division of DPI that pools resources for field and critical get-out-the-vote (GOTV) activities for the entire Democratic ticket.

What Will You Do?

The Communications Advisor will work with the Communications team at DPI to elect Democrats up and down the ballot through effective communication strategies and creating press events and plans. Specific duties include:

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist with the development and execution of the state party’s rapid response operation.
• Identify opportunities to hold Republicans in DC and Illinois accountable, with a focus on the Governor’s race
• Quickly draft and edit communications materials including but not limited to posts for social platforms and press releases
• Prior experience with pitching earned media and successfully working directly with members of the media on the record is preferred

Health, Dental, Vision, Roth IRA option