PRESS ASSISTANT

Maryland Court Reporters; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An office for a Member of Congress is seeking a Press Assistant to monitor media coverage and develop communication strategies. The ideal candidate will handle press releases, organize events, and produce digital media content. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a relevant Bachelor's degree. Prior experience in Capitol Hill is preferred. This role requires an ability to manage priorities effectively and maintain a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Experience producing communications for social media.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage varying priorities and balance multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor national and local media coverage for the Member.
• Develop and release media content with the leadership team.
• Organize press events and support press release drafting.

Skills

Media monitoring

Communications strategy development

Press release drafting

Social media production

Research evaluation

Written and verbal communication

Creative solutions development

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

PRESS ASSISTANT

Background:

This is a general job posting for the U.S. House of Representatives Resume Bank. The job posting is intended to collect resumes for candidates who are interested in serving as a Press Assistant in an office for a Member of Congress. Since this job posting is not designated for a specific Member of Congress, the expectations, duties, and skill areas of the position represent a sampling of what may be expected in a Congressional office. Actual job expectations, duties, skills, and other requirements for a Press Assistant position may vary by office.

Information collected through this resume collection service will be shared with Members of Congress upon their request. Should your experience and background match the hiring needs of an office, the Member’s staff will contact you directly to schedule an interview.

Sample Job Expectations

The Press Assistant serves an important role for the office by monitoring national and local media coverage for the Member. In addition, the Press Assistant will work with the Digital Media Director, Communications Director, Legislative Director, District Director, and Chief of Staff to develop, release, and monitor media content. They will also draft press releases, media advisories, and organize press events for the Member.

Sample Job Duties

In this role, a Press Assistant could be expected to:

• Serve as an integral part of the Member’s communication team by monitoring national and local media coverage
• Partner with the Member’s leadership team to develop, release, and monitor response to media content
• Support the drafting of press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and newsletters
• Organize press events for the Member in Washington, D.C. and in the district
• Compile and disseminate the Member’s daily news clips to office staff
• Produce graphics, videos, and other digital media messages for Member communications

Sample Requirements

The following information illustrates the skills and requirements that would be expected of the Press Assistant. Actual skill requirements may vary by office:

• Experience producing communications for social media and evaluating message effectiveness
• Able to manage varying priorities and balance multiple deadlines
• Expertise in conducting and evaluating research on public policy
• Experience developing a communications strategy for a Member of Congress or Federal agency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and apply creative solutions to enhance messaging strategiesAttention to detail

Sample Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, government, political science, public policy, or related field
• Prior Capitol Hill experience is preferred
• A demonstrated interest in public service

Notice

All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or national origin.