Communications and Digital Media Manager

Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) seeks an innovative communications manager who can design, produce, and turn around digital products that respond to the moment. This role requires the ability to anticipate problems, work under deadlines, and collaborate with reporters, staff, and constituents.

Based in Washington, DC with regular travel to Baltimore during District work periods, you will craft stories and lead digital media initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of professional communications experience.
• Experience creating and distributing digital media products.
• District ties and knowledge of the Baltimore/Maryland media landscape are favorable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media, communications, public relations, and social media strategies.
• Engage with the press for media opportunities and availability.
• Brief and prepare the Congressman for press engagements.
• Stay current on legislative issues relevant to the District.
• Draft daily content in the Congressman's voice and respond to breaking news.
• Manage the official website and distribute newsletters and press releases.
• Create videos and graphics that are on-brand and error-free.
• Maintain strong relationships with staff, media, and constituents.
• Work flexible hours, including long days, nights, and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Content creation

Press relations

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree

2-3 years communications experience

Tools

Video editing software

Graphic editing software

Job description

SUMMARY:

Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) seeks an innovative communications manager who can design, produce, and turn around digital products that respond to the moment. Ability to anticipate problems and offer solutions, and familiarity with Maryland and Baltimore area news outlets are key. This position is based in D.C., with regular travel to Baltimore during District work periods, and reports to the Chief of Staff.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, is comfortable working under deadlines, is confident interacting with reporters, is highly collaborative and eager to work with staff, and has a passion for storytelling and digital media production.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develops and implements media, communications, public relations, and social media strategies;
• Directly engage with members of the press for media availability for Congressman Mfume;
• Brief and prepare Congressman Mfume for all press engagements;
• Remains abreast of current legislative and non-legislative issues;
• Proactively drafts content in the voice of the Congressman each day in addition to quickly responding to breaking news on Capitol Hill and in the District;
• Manages the Member's official website;
• Creates videos, graphics, and other digital content that is compelling, engaging, on-brand, and error-free;
• Manages the creation and distribution of the Congressman’s newsletters and press releases, and produces franked communications;
• Maintains a good working relationship with the Congressman, staff, media and news outlets, and constituents;
• Works well under pressure and handles stress;
• Accepts performance-based criticism and direction;
• Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

This is not an entry level position. A bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of professional communications experience are required. Professional experience creating and distributing digital media products is essential to this role. District ties and a thorough understanding of the Baltimore/Maryland media landscape are strongly favorable.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills;
• Strong and creative communication skills;
• Understanding of local and national news outlets;
• Thorough knowledge of the legislative process, procedures and organization of the House; and
• Knowledge of video and graphic editing software and IQ

Salary commensurate with experience.

The Office of Congressman Kweisi Mfume is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.