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!
Banner Brunch is Coming!
The 50th Anniversary Banner Brunch Awards is happening in-person on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at The AT&T Hotel and Conference Center in Austin, Texas. There is sure to be a reunion-style celebration we will never forget. Save the date and stay tuned for registration details!
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
Lessons Learned Self-Publishing an Amazon Best-SellerThu Jun 15 2023, 11:30am CDT
Careers Over Coffee South: Professional BrandingThu Jun 29 2023, 08:00am CDT
Lessons Learned Self-Publishing an Amazon Best-Seller
Careers Over Coffee South: Professional BrandingWHO We are | Why We Join
Dating back to 1929, Women Communicators of Austin (WCA) is one of the largest and most diverse 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
Take opportunities to try new things, ask questions and meet mentors through our Mentor Program.
Career Enhancement
Capture leadership opportunities and build value in the communications profession
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!”
Recent Job Bank Listings
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WCA members know about the best communication jobs before the job ever makes it to the mainstream job sites.
These job bank postings often come from WCA members who know of a job at their organization or one of their clients. Get the inside scoop by signing up for email alerts when new jobs are posted.
News, Tips, Advice and More
What’s the Deal with AI?
Every time you scroll the headlines or flip on the news, it seems someone is talking about artificial intelligence (AI). It is literally everywhere. On May 4, it was the hot topic at the very well-attended “What’s the Deal with AI?” WCA Lunch. Four great panelists...
From Glass Ceilings to Glass Staircases: A Q&A Panel Discussion
A WCA@Lunch Program Recap In honor of Women’s History Month, March’s WCA@Lunch program addressed a broad spectrum of issues surrounding how women can best promote and uplift other women. Fabiana Meléndez Ruiz, WCA board member and director of marketing and...
Keys to Keeping Clients Content: A WCA@Lunch Program Recap
Heading up a firm that has won numerous awards and honors for its campaign accomplishments, Mae Daniller is herself recognized as one of the nation’s top consultants in membership building and fund development. During Women Communicators of Austin’s WCA@Lunch program...
Covering Gender in the Media: A WCA@Lunch Program Recap
Taking time out from her busy schedule, Abby Johnston, editorial director of The 19th, provided WCA members with invaluable insights into “Covering Gender in the Media.” During this special WCA@Lunch on January 18, Johnston talked about how women’s and LGBTQ+ lenses...
Lessons from a 25-Year Serial Entrepreneur
Sharing insights gained from nearly 25 years as a serial entrepreneur, Catherine Jewell, The Career Passion® Coach, offered a wealth of tidbits and great advice during Freelance Austin’s recent lunchtime program held via Zoom on Wednesday, January 11. A Journalism...
Keys to Keeping Clients Content: A WCA@Lunch Program Recap
Heading up a firm that has won numerous awards and honors for its campaign accomplishments, Mae Daniller is herself recognized as one of the nation’s top consultants in membership building and fund development. During Women Communicators of Austin’s WCA@Lunch program...
New Julie Tereshchuk Scholarship Doubles Student Philanthropy Impact
Women Communicators of Austin is thrilled to announce a new need-based student scholarship honoring the memory of longtime member, supporter, and past president, Julie Tereshchuk.
Try Delegation to Find Your Zone of Harmony
Program Recap WCA and Freelance Austin jointly kicked off their fall programming on September 20th by hosting a lunchtime presentation by Stephanie Fritts, founder of Exec Wranglers. Fritts spoke to a dozen members over Zoom on “Creating Harmony Through Delegation.”...