Julian Hanlon-Austin is a communications management and content creation professional working in Portland, Oregon.

Currently a Senior Communications Strategist for the City of Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability. Before that, the Community Engagement and Communications Coordinator for City Commissioner Carmen Rubio.

In his spare time, Julian is passionate about politics, fashion, equity and inclusion, storytelling and sports. As a side hobby, Julian creates content for and manages a fashion styling page.

Communications and Public Relations

Skilled spokesperson, trusted with speaking and pitching on behalf of organizations and key political figures. Equipped with the skills to navigate and communicate through situations revolving around diversity equity and inclusion. Also a competent grant writer.

Writing and Storytelling

Skilled writer, with a background in journalistic storytelling. Has been trusted with writing for various elected officials speeches, social media posts and strategic communications planning. Film and digital photography skills to accompany storytelling skillset.

Business and Media Software

Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe LightRoom, Dropbox, Wordpress, MailChimp, ConstantContact, Keynote, Trello, Basic Web Design and Maintenance.

Media Competencies

Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitch, VSCO, Tumblr, Flickr, Snapchat, and Hootsuite. Basic competency in Airtable.