Press Assistant

Reports to: Director for Ethnic Media

Department: Communications

Staff reporting to this position: None

Position classification: Exempt, Full-Time

Summary:

The Center for American Progress has an immediate opening for a Press Assistant, reporting to the Director for Ethnic Media. The Press Assistant will work as a member of the Communications team and will be responsible for writing, editing, developing briefings and research projects, monitoring the media, pitching stories, and providing general media support.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Serve as primary support staff for the Director of Ethnic Media
  • Write and pitch press releases to regional, local, and ethnic press
  • Develop and research media ideas
  • Monitor daily print, online, and television coverage
  • Maintain and update media lists
  • Oversee ethnic media press interns
  • Other duties as deemed necessary

Requirements:

  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Ability to work under pressure/tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to initiate projects and balance multiple projects at once
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well on a team
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Fully bilingual (Spanish/English)
  • Commitment to the Center’s mission and goals

Qualifications:

  • B.A. in communications or relevant degree
  • Minimum of four years professional experience; Communications experience preferred
  • Non-profit experience a plus
  • Experience working with 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations a plus

American Progress operates two separate nonprofit organizations to maximize our progressive agenda: The Center for American Progress and the Center for American Progress Action Fund. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “American Progress.” The Center for American Progress is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) tax-exempt research and educational institute. It undertakes research, public education and a limited amount of lobbying. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is a non-partisan 501(c)(4) tax-exempt organization dedicated to achieving progress through action. It works to transform progressive ideas into policy through rapid response communications, legislative action, grassroots organizing, political advocacy and partnerships with other progressive leaders. The organizations share office space and employees.

American Progress provides a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

American Progress is an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information on the Center for American Progress, please go to www.AmericanProgress.org.

For more information on the Center for American Progress Action Fund, please go to www.AmericanProgressAction.org.

To apply, simply e-mail your Word resume and cover letter attachments to: Jobs@AmericanProgress.org.

Or you may write to:
Center for American Progress
Attn: Human Resources Department
1333 H Street, NW, 10th Floor – Communications Search
Washington, DC 20005

In your correspondence, please reference the exact title of the job you are applying for in the subject line. This announcement will remain posted until the position is filled. No phone calls please.

Please note that only those individuals whose qualifications match the current needs of this position will be considered applicants and will receive responses from American Progress.

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