Senate Press Assistant

POSITION: Senate Press Assistant

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 Senate Press Assistant to join our Senate Campaigns Team for the 2026 election cycle. This position is based in our Washington, DC office.

Primary responsibilities include:

• 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; and

• Participating in regular strategy sessions on overall message development as well as press plans for the week/day ahead.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 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

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