Deputy Director for Creative Content

Talarico for Texas•Austin, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Talarico for Texas is building a movement to take back power for working people. They are seeking a full-time Deputy Director for Creative Content to join their communications team. This is a managerial role that will oversee the ideation and drafting of digital content capable of breaking through an increasingly fragmented and fast-moving new media environment.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in political communications, digital media, or a related field
Exceptional writing skills and strong editorial judgement
Fluent in new media platforms, social media, Reddit, Substack, and others
Deep familiarity with the evolving digital media landscape, including video trends and platform-specific best practices.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to balance speed with quality in a rapidly adapting political environment
Willingness to work nights and some weekends

Responsibilities

Support the Creative Director in managing a multidisciplinary team responsible for translating messaging and policy priorities into compelling, accessible narratives tailored to diverse online audiences
Identify and execute creative opportunities for real-time, viral content tied to news cycles and cultural moments
Establish strong processes and editorial standards to guarantee efficient workflows across the Creative Department as well as message and tone consistency in all outputs
Draft and storyboard content that is adaptable for every type of new media platform — including non-traditional online spaces capable of reaching audiences who don’t frequently engage in politics
Collaborate with team members responsible for content production (videographers, editors, etc.) to ensure content drafts are compatible with the desired production outputs