Media Monitor

POSITION: Media Monitor (2 openings)

LOCATION: Washington, DC

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

The Media Monitoring team focuses on monitoring and compiling videos of key Republican targets’ words and actions. The Media Monitoring team works closely with all departments in augmenting existing research and looking for creative ways to use the footage we’ve gathered. Ideally, all candidates should have a passion for politics, curiosity for research, and the ability to think outside the box.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Write daily bullets on a set list of candidates;

• Work with the Video Production, Digital, and Communications teams to create content;

• Monitor real‐time interviews and news coverage;

• Assist with long‐term research dives;

• Maintain department documents on policy issues; 

• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Ability to work under tight time constraints in a rapid response environment;

• Self‐motivation and proven ability to work independently and exercise discretion and independent judgment;

• Availability for working after typical business hours and on weekends;

• Previous experience with media monitoring software.

• Some video editing experience: QuickTime, Final Cut Pro, or Windows Movie Maker.

AB PAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.

We offer a competitive salary starting at $65,000 for this position and a strong benefits package.

American Bridge 21st Century is a union employer. This position is in the bargaining unit. 

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• 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