Job Description
House Democratic Whip Katherine Clark seeks a Press Assistant for her Washington, D.C. leadership office. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills, a sharp eye for video and graphic design, and a passion for traditional and digital media strategy. This position is intended for college graduates with work experience interested in pursuing a career in public service and political communications.
The Press Assistant will report directly to the Communications Director and be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the press shop’s day-to-day operations. This position is not a typical 9-5 and may require flexibility to be available outside of traditional work hours.
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Prior experience in digital communications, including graphic design and video editing.
- Familiarity with social media platforms, digital communications tools, and digital best practices.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and pivot between tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- A proactive and collaborative attitude.
- Prior Capitol Hill, campaign, or other political communications experience is preferred but not required.
Key Duties and Expectations
- Write and design innovative digital content highlighting the Whip’s work in DC and MA-5.
- Draft talking points, newsletters, and social captions – including rapid response to breaking news.
- Assist the Press Secretary in recording and editing short-form videos for social media and other events.
- Work collaboratively with the district office and support constituent communications.
- Monitor and compile daily press clips, traditional media coverage, and social media metrics.
- Staff, photograph, and film Whip Clark at scheduled events and meetings.
- Support the communications team on other assignments as needed.
To Apply
- Please send a single PDF with the following materials to hilljobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line: Press Assistant – [Your Name].
- Resume
- Two brief writing samples, no more than one page each
- One or two digital samples (graphics, videos, social media posts, etc.)
This position is for Democratic Whip Katherine Clark’s leadership office in Washington, D.C. Ties to Massachusetts’ 5th District are preferred but not required. Women, Veterans, people of color, and LGBTQ+ persons are encouraged to apply.