Company: US House of Representatives
Job description:
DISTRICT-BASED COMMUNICATIONS PROFESSIONAL
OFFICE of CONGRESSMAN AUCHINCLOSS
SUMMARY:
Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) is seeking a Massachusetts-based communications professional to join a fast-paced communications team. This individual will have experience working in or pitching TV in the Boston or Providence media markets paired with strong digital and videography skills. This role will be heavily focused on regional and local media outreach, working with both the Communications Director and District Director on strategy. Candidates seeking to join a highly active press team across national, local, and digital media are encouraged to apply.
This role requires access to a vehicle to conduct outreach across the district successfully and, oftentimes, some work must be done outside of business hours and on weekends. The title and salary for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications. The individual can work out of either the Newton or Attleboro office.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Leads pitching for television networks in the Boston and Providence media markets;
- Conducts extensive outreach to local and hyperlocal news outlets, podcasts, and social media content creators across the MA-04;
- Produces and edits organic video content and clips earned-media video content;
- Works closely with the District Director to ensure press coverage of planned district field events;
- Drafts, edits or compiles the Congressman’s remarks, newsletters, press releases, and other public-facing written materials for district events;
- Posts daily social media content in accordance with the social media plan under quick deadlines and suggests new ideas;
- Provides creative, proactive ideas on social media, press pitches, and events;
- Assists the Communications Director with rapid response: drafting press releases, quotes, statements, floor speeches and talking points;
- Works closely with the Communications Director to produce franked mail, texts, digital ads, and telephone town halls;
- Conducts research on podcasts and other upcoming press hits;
- Works well under pressure and with quick turnarounds;
- Other duties as assigned to support essential functions of the District Offices.
Please email a resume, cover letter, digital portfolio, and three professional references in a single PDF to AuchinclossJobs@mail.house.gov with “First Name Last Name—MA Press Job” in the Subject Line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. No phone calls, faxes or drop-ins please.
This office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Job type: Full Time
Fully remote: No
Salary range:
Location: Newton or Attleboro Massachusetts