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Gina for Texas: Press Secretary

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arenaAustin, TX2 days ago

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Gina For Texas: Press Secretary Team Gina Hinojosa for Texas Governor is seeking a Press Secretary to become a key member of the Communications team. The Press Secretary will coordinate and implement day-to-day press operations, staff and travel with Hinojosa for open press events and press conferences, serve as a primary contact for Texas reporters, build National relationships, and more. The communications team is looking for a strong writer and a team player who has the ability to manage competing priorities, even during travel. This is not an entry level position. This is a full time position based in Austin, Texas. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to info@ginafortexas.com with the subject line "Press Secretary".
Job Responsibilities:
  • Manage day-to-day press operations including clips, responding to media inquiries, drafting and distributing event advisories, press releases, and statements, and more
  • Write and edit op-eds, talking points, and other materials
  • Serve as a point of contact for Texas press
  • Manage logistics for press interviews
  • Prepare and staff the candidate for interviews, press conferences, and events, as needed
  • Serve as campaign team's primary press staffer during campaign travel
  • Build and manage media monitoring infrastructure
Qualifications:
  • At least two years of political communications experience, including at least one campaign cycle in a communications role
  • Proficiency in Google Suite and Mailchimp
  • Strong writing skills, attention to detail, and passion for the work
  • On the record experience a plus
  • Familiarity with the Texas press corps and media landscape a plus
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Desire and ability to work long campaign hours, including evenings, weekends, and irregular hours
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Level

MidL4

Location

Austin, TX

Occupation

Public Relations Specialists

Industry

Public Relations Agencies

Posted

2 days ago

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