WI Democratic Gubernatorial Campaign: Press Secretary, WI Democratic Gubernatorial Campaign

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A Democratic gubernatorial campaign is seeking a Press Secretary for the 2026 election cycle in the battleground state of Wisconsin. The Press Secretary will be a key member of the communications department, and they will work directly with the principal WI press corps.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with members of the WI press corps, serving as the primary point of contact for in-state media

• Accompany and advise the candidate on the campaign trail, providing direct strategic support

• Coordinate and execute campaign media events, including planning logistics, preparing materials, and staffing the candidate and surrogates

• Draft and edit press releases, talking points, memos, and other internal and external communications materials to advance the campaign’s message

• Proactively pitch interviews and stories to highlight the campaign’s message and priorities

• Serve as an on-the-record spokesperson representing the campaign

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the campaign

Qualifications:

• At least two cycles of experience in campaign-based communications work, or an equivalent

• Experience and comfort working directly with reporters

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Organizational skills that allow you to multitask and prioritize projects on a deadline