Deputy State Press Secretary & Digital Assistant

About the role

Connecticut’s senior U.S. Senator seeks a dynamic Deputy State Press Secretary and Digital Assistant to support the State Communications Director with coordinating and executing all in-state media activities.

Responsibilities

• Closely track local media coverage
• Plan, organize, and staff press events
• Draft press releases, memos, and talking points
• Develop creative and engaging social media videos about in-state events
• Film and edit videos
• Work closely with constituents, community stakeholders, and other members of the Senator’s Connecticut and DC press and legislative teams

Requirements

• At least two years of press and/or political communications experience
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, or a closely related field

Qualifications

• Ability to work diligently under tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Ability to deliver high-quality communications across both print and visual mediums
• Background in government, political, or non-profit organizations is helpful