The community for Austin communicators
For more than 90 years, Women Communicators of Austin has championed women in journalism, media, marketing, and every other communication role. No matter what the “next era” of communications has delivered, our members continue to fearlessly architect their careers into whatever they can imagine. Sound like your kind of group? Join us!
GET SMART CONFERENCE 2025
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2025
Registration for our annual half-day conference is LIVE!
I AM WOMAN is about navigating the art of personal and career growth, embracing leadership without losing your voice, and confronting the realities of mental health with honesty and strength. It’s time to redefine success not just at work, but at home and within ourselves. Join us for a half-day experience designed to inspire, empower, and connect women in our industry as we rise together.
I love the range of experience and skills in WCA. I have the opportunity to learn from experts in the field and mentor someone just beginning her career in communications, often at the same event.
— Laura Shankland, Senior Consultant, American Institutes for Research & former board member
Upcoming Events
Morning Mingle (South) with WCA + Kerbey LaneThu Sep 18 2025, 8:00am CDT- WCA Happy HourWed Oct 1 2025, 5:30pm CDT
- WCA Morning Mingle (North)Fri Oct 10 2025, 8:00am CDT
Morning Mingle (South) with WCA + Kerbey LaneWHO We are | Why We Join
Dating back to 1929, Women Communicators of Austin (WCA) is one of the largest professional communications organizations in Austin. Our membership includes more than 250 women and men from across a spectrum of communication specialties including journalism, public relations, marketing, design, and corporate communications.
As WCA members, we are passionate about the organizations we serve, energized by collaboration with one another and always seeking the next challenge.
Career Exploration
Try new things, ask questions, and benefit from mentors through our Peer Mentor Program.
Career Enhancement
Develop your leadership, connect with other communicators, and build your professional value.
Career Acceleration
Find fresh ideas and spur skill development through events like Get Smart and Careers Over Coffee.
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Freelance Austin
Austin’s Source for Freelance and Contract Communicators
Freelance Austin, a special interest group of WCA, is a top source of writers, editors, graphic designers, web designers, voice talent, public relations and marketing consultants, business coaches, photographers, and other creative, independent communications professionals in the Austin area — since 1995.
“I got my job through WCA!”
WCA members know about the best communication jobs before the job ever makes it to the mainstream job sites.
Job opportunities often come from WCA members who know of a job at their organization or one of their clients. Get the inside scoop by joining our Slack group and browsing the jobs channel.
News, Tips, Advice and More
How can I get the information I need out of a job interview?
Grab the wheel to steer the course of your interview and learn whether you actually want the job.
How can I make my resumé stand out?
Tailor and target. Highlight what sets you apart. Keep it concise. WCA peer mentors offer their tried-and-true tips on writing a resume that’s ATS-friendly.
How can I approach networking in an authentic way?
Ask questions. Give as much as you get. Say thank you.