Communications Assistant

Communications Assistant Opening – Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) seeks a creative, driven, and graphically minded Communications Assistant, who will play a key role in shaping the Member’s social media presence and digital outreach. This is a full-time position based in Los Angeles, CA that often requires availability on nights and weekends to support the Member’s communications plan and District Office operations. 

 Responsibilities:

• Create digital content, including copy, graphics, and video for the Member’s social media platforms
• Work with Communications Director to develop graphics and content for franked communications
• Help identify and cultivate relationships with content creators in the district
• Clip TV appearances and other video content for social media
• Assist with drafting the Member’s letters, press releases, statements, and talking points
• Work with the Communications Director to maintain press lists
• Work with the District Office to publicize constituent services and events
• Manage live-streaming and photography at LA-based press conferences and events
• Assist with updating the website
• Supporting the District Office with events and correspondence
• Manage District Office certificates, letters, and other correspondence for constituents

The position requires attention to detail and strong written and oral communication skills along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team environment. The ideal candidate is self-starter with technical skills and an interest in video recording and editing, photography, and branding. Spanish fluency is a plus but not required. The salary range for the position is $45,00 to $50,000, depending on experience, with full benefits including up to $833/month in student loan repayments; health, dental, and vision insurance; and both defined-benefit and defined-contribution retirement plans.

The office is an equal-opportunity employer. Please submit a resume, cover letter, one writing sample, one digital media example, and two references in one PDF to ca37inbox@mail.house.gov with “Communications Assistant Application” in the subject line. No calls or drop-ins, please.