Press/Digital Assistant

PRESS/DIGITAL ASSISTANT – The office of Congressman Josh Riley is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Press/Digital Assistant based out of his Washington, D.C. office. 

The ideal applicant will be a strong writer with a passion for press and digital engagement. Applicants should be proficient in digital graphic design and video editing. Attention to detail is a must. Ties to Upstate New York are a plus but not required. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist with drafting and circulating the Congressman’s newsletter, press releases, statements, talking points, and speeches
• Proactively drafting content in the voice of the Congressman each day in addition to quickly responding to breaking news on Capitol Hill and in the district
• Creating videos, graphics, and other digital content that is compelling, engaging, on-brand, and error-free
• Taking photos and videos of the Congressman at events and in meetings
• Managing a strategic content calendar
• Compiling the Member’s daily news clips to distribute to office staff

The salary range for this position is $55,000-$65,000, commensurate with experience.

This position will sometimes require evening and weekend work and travel to the district in New York. The Press/Digital Assistant will report to the Communications Director based in Washington, D.C. 

 To apply, please email ny19transition@gmail.com with “Press/Digital Assistant” in the subject line and the following application materials attached as one combined PDF:

• Resume 
• Two writing samples 
• Examples of your design and content work 

The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do 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. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.