Colorado Democratic Party: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

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Location: Hybrid Remote / In-Person - Denver, CO

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000/yr, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision; non-matching 401k/Paid Holidays & Two Weeks Paid Vacation

Union Membership: The Denver Newspaper Guild - CWA Local 37074 - CoDems Staff Union

Summary: The Colorado Democratic Party (CDP) seeks a Communications Director to lead a

digital-forward messaging and media relations strategy with an emphasis on rapid response,

content creation, volunteer mobilization, and social media management.

Success for a Communications Director at CDP means creating and managing relationships

with the press, overseeing all internal and external communications for the State Party with an

emphasis on new and digital media, and serving as an effective spokesperson when needed.

This role will build a dynamic online presence for the State Party and its Chair that informs,

excites, and mobilizes supporters. Through creation of fun, authentic, and engaging content and

action items, this role will drive the CDP’s narrative. A winning strategy will seamlessly blend

rapid response with storytelling, ensuring the party’s values and efforts resonate across a

variety of traditional and new media platforms. By fostering a genuine connection with

grassroots activists, candidates, and voters, the Communication Director turns stories into

action and, ultimately, electoral wins.

This role will contribute to major Party events, including fundraisers, elections, conventions, and

other key gatherings. The Communications Director reports to the Executive Director and works

closely with Party Leadership, CDP staff, consultants, and campaigns to ensure clear, strategic,

and consistent messaging across all communications channels that aids in our efforts to win

elections.

Responsibilities:

Media Engagement & Public Relations

• Develop a long-term communications strategy for the CDP

• Serve as an on-the-record spokesperson for the CDP , Party Chair, and other principals

• Plan and execute press events, media briefings, and earned media campaigns

• Monitor media coverage, create daily press clips, track developments, and identify rapid-response opportunities

• Generate media opportunities for CDP and leadership at state and national levels.

• Earn placement for CDP leadership across the media spectrum, including on podcasts, TV, radio, online, and print outlets.

• Collaborate with stakeholders in the Democratic ecosphere to coordinate and emphasize Party-led messaging and earned-media opportunities

• Develop and execute rapid response on behalf of the State Party and be prepared to help navigate the State Party through any crisis-comms situation

Messaging & Mobilization

• Draft and edit press releases, talking points, speeches, op-eds, and digital content

• Contribute regular action items towards mobilization of stakeholders and volunteers

• Work with elected officials to amplify Democratic achievements in the press

• Coordinate with national Democratic organizations, campaigns, and committees on a Colorado-centric messaging strategy

Digital & Social Media Strategy

• Develop and maintain CDP presence across a wide variety of strategically important social media platforms with a focus on growth, creativity, and authenticity

• Create audio and visual content native to strategically important platforms that support the CDP’s long-term communications strategy, and to engage in rapid-response opportunities

• Develop and maintain relationships with influencers across a diverse array of channels

• Manage and maintain CDP’s website and ensure a user-friendly experience

Training & Internal Communications

• Train candidates, party leaders, and staff on media and social media best practices

• Ensure message continuity across media, digital platforms, fundraising, and surrogates

• Collect and maintain a database of public stories to support communications efforts

• Develop an internal communications network to amplify and bolster CDP efforts

Fundraising & Events

• Collaborate on fundraising messaging, strategy, and tactics with the finance team

• Travel with and without CDP leadership on brief and extended statewide trips and coordinate a press plan for each trip

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in political communications, journalism, public relations, content creation, or a related field

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including on-the-record experience

• Ability to develop and execute messaging strategies in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

• Experience with campaign operations, rapid response, and media relations.

• Familiarity with digital communication strategies, including social media, email marketing, and website content management.

• Proficiency in Google Docs, media-monitoring software, and social media tools.

• Knowledge of NGP , VAN, and design programs (such as InDesign) is a plus.

• Spanish language proficiency is beneficial but not required. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, working class, military, and/or other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply

• Positive attitude, a love of teamwork, and a solutions-oriented approach to challenges

• Strong commitment to Democratic values and the mission of the CDP