Abdul for U.S. Senate: Press Assistant

Job Post; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Abdul for U.S. Senate is seeking a Press Assistant to support the communications team for the 2026 election cycle. The role focuses on drafting materials, monitoring media, and assisting with daily operations from Ann Arbor, MI, with some remote flexibility.

The position is full-time in a fast-paced campaign setting, offering monthly compensation and healthcare benefits. Candidates should be ready for irregular hours, including some nights and weekends, and have transportation to events.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in communications, press, digital, or campaigns.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation to attend events.
• Proficiency with Excel and Google Drive.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including some nights and weekends.
• Quick learner with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to elect Abdul El‑Sayed to the U.S. Senate.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit communications materials including press releases, advisories statements, talking points, and op-eds.
• Media monitor, track interviews and reporter inquiries, and keep press lists up to date.
• Assist the communications team with daily operations and administrative tasks.
• Upload approved content to the website/newsroom and share internally for amplification.
• Manage press check in and logistics at campaign events.
• Take on additional duties as needed in a fast-paced environment.
• Support broader campaign needs as required.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Excel

Google Drive

Job description

Abdul for U.S. Senate: Press Assistant

LOCATION

MI

SALARY

$5000 - $5000 (Monthly)

HEALTHCARE

Employer-sponsored health insurance offered

COMPANY

Abdul for U.S. Senate

DEPARTMENT

Communications

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Campaign

MINIMUM LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE

Entry Level

Abdul for U.S. Senate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Abdul for Senate are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Abdul for U.S. Senate is seeking talented candidates to work as a Press Assistant for the 2026 election cycle. We are looking for passionate, hardworking individuals who are committed to our mission of electing Abdul El‑Sayed our next U.S. Senator.

Role Summary

The Press Assistant for Abdul El‑Sayed for U.S. Senate is an important member of the communications team, responsible for assisting in the execution of the campaign’s message strategy and drafting written materials, compiling daily news clips, and media monitoring, among other duties.

This will be a full time position based in Ann Arbor, MI, although there is flexibility with remote work and a relocation timeline. This position offers compensation in the form of a monthly salary and healthcare benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and edit communications materials including press releases, advisories statements, talking points, and op-eds.
• Media monitor, track interviews and reporter inquiries, and keep press lists up to date.
• Assist the communications team with daily communications operations and administrative tasks as needed.
• Upload approved content to the website/newsroom and share internally for amplification.
• Manage press check in and logistics at campaign events.
• Take on additional duties and tasks as assigned and as needs evolve for a fast-paced environment.
• Other campaign needs as required

Qualifications (Required):

• 1+ years in communications, press, digital, or campaigns
• Superior organizational, writing, editing, and proofing skills
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail
• Must have transportation to attend events as needed.
• Proficiency with Excel and Google Drive.
• Willingness to work irregular hours including some nights and weekends.
• Ability to learn new skills and take on new challenges, with a desire to learn and a willingness to ask questions
• Ability to balance between competing priorities in a fast-paced, demanding environment while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail
• Commitment to electing Abdul El‑Sayed to the U.S. Senate
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways
• Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability

Qualifications (Preferred):

• Previous experience working in Michigan is a significant plus