Senate Press Assistant

AB PAC

11d•$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

American Bridge 21st Century, a progressive research and communications organization dedicated to holding Republicans accountable for their words and actions, is hiring a Senate Press Assistant to join our Senate Campaigns Team for the 2026 election cycle. This position is based in our Washington, DC office.

Requirements

Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and exercise discretion and independent judgment
Campaign or Hill experience is strongly preferred
Have experience working closely with opposition researchers to pitch stories
Have a firm grasp of today’s traditional and social media environments
Have a great sense of humor and creativity
Work well under pressure and on deadline

Responsibilities

Assist in pitching research to reporters and other stakeholders
Drafting products - including op-eds, press releases, and other materials for media consumption to drive coverage and lead rapid response/bracketing efforts
Working with partners and allies on earned media efforts
Participating in regular strategy sessions on overall message development as well as press plans for the week/day ahead

Benefits

Access to a 401(k) plan with an employer match of up to 3%
Premium-Free Health Insurance: The employer covers 100% of the cost for individual HMO plans (DC employees) or PPO plans (out-of-area employees). Additional plans are offered. Dental & Vision coverage included.
Employer-provided group term life insurance and disability benefits
Access to Family Savings Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
$45 per month cell phone stipend (if no work phone provided)
$200 per month benefit for staff working from DC office
$250 annual reimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (including vision or mental health).
Up to 17 days of vacation in the first year, increasing with tenure
14 paid holidays per year
Paid leave for the birth, adoption, placement of a child, bereavement, & family medical leave