District Press/Digital Assistant

Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) seeks a Press Assistant/Digital Assistant to join his office in Rhode Island. The individual will be responsible for drafting press releases, statements, engaging with local press outlets, responding to reporter inquiries, and compiling news clips. The individual will be expected to manage social media accounts, including creating and posting, manage the Member’s website, and other duties as assigned. The Press Secretary is also expected to advance press events and staff the Member as needed. The Press Assistant/Digital Assistant will work in close collaboration with the Communications Director, District Director, Chief of Staff, and legislative and district staff as appropriate.

Candidates should have previous communications experience, possess exceptional writing skills, have proficiency in photo and video editing and graphic design tools, and be organized. Candidates should be detail-oriented and highly motivated to serve on an active team. Ideal candidates will have experience working in a fast-paced environment and are prepared to implement a communications plan.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Rhode Island ties are a plus. The office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, or national origin. To apply, send in a single PDF with a resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample, and three references (including name, current title and organization, phone number, email, and relationship to the reference) to Ri01jobsamo@gmail.com, with the following subject line: “Full Name – Press Assistant/Digital Assistant.”