Job Description
Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, seeks a Digital Director to join his fast-paced communication team.
Job Description: The Digital Director is an integral part of the communications team and will work to manage the Member’s digital profile via social media, the official website, photography/videography, graphic creation, and content editing, among other responsibilities. Candidates should be familiar with graphic design and photo/video editing tools, including Canva and Adobe Premiere. This position is not entry level and will be based in Washington, D.C. 1-2 years of relevant digital experience is required. California ties and/or Spanish fluency is a plus but not required. This is a full-time position with evening and weekend work as needed. This is an in-person position.
Job Duties:
- Coordinate with the Communications Director to develop and implement the Member’s communications and media strategy
- Create videos, graphics, and other digital content that is compelling, engaging, on-brand, and error-free
- Draft content in the voice of the Congressman each day in addition to quickly responding to breaking news and Capitol Hill and district developments
- Taking photos and videos of the Congressman at events and in meetings
- Creating content for rollouts and rapid response opportunities, including clipping, captioning, and posting committee remarks, floor speeches, and interviews
- Assist with drafting and circulating the Congressman’s newsletter, media advisories, press releases, statements, talking points, and speeches
- Manage and post on all social media accounts for the Member (Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Blue Sky, etc.)
- Track analytics across all relevant platforms and suggest improvements or ideas to enhance Member’s brand
- Edit and maintain the Member’s website to include relevant updates, press releases, news, photos, and more
- Design public-facing printed materials (mailers, pamphlets, brochures)
- Develops communications to assist with outreach to district stakeholders and Member offices
- Monitors national and local media coverage to stay abreast of current events
- Support press event logistics for the Member in Washington, D.C. and in the district
- Create and maintain press lists
- Proofreads and fact-checks written materials to ensure complete accuracy
- Compiles the Member's daily news clips to distribute to office staff
- Generates and shares ideas for press, mass mailing, and newsletters to assist with the development of traditional and digital media strategies
- Organizes workload to prioritize tasks in accordance with varying deadlines and ensure work is completed in an efficient and effective manner
- Other duties as assigned by the Communications Director, Chief of staff, Deputy Chief of Staff and Member
- Reports to Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Communications Director
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, graphic design, or related field
- Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills
- Experience with social media platforms and tools (e.g., Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools)
- Ability to create engaging graphics, visuals, and videos
- Strong interest in digital media and trends
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
Salary Level/Range: Commensurate with experience, and includes health insurance, student loan repayment, and other competitive benefits.
Applicant Instructions: Prospective candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume, one graphic digital work sample, and one video work sample to CA04Jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line “LASTNAME_Digital.”
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.