Press Assistant (Remote)

Press Assistant (Remote)

THE ROLE: 

As a Press Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the NextGen America communications team in organizing, drafting, and disseminating information to partners and members of the press. This role requires a strong ability to draft various communications materials, a keen eye for media monitoring, and collaborative approach to working with your teammates. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about communications and media relations to gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment. 

The ideal candidate has a passion for politics and a belief that young people will make the difference in America’s future. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice--and our culture reflects that value and commitment. We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and economic and racial justice from a progressive perspective, we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.

This role will report to the National Press Secretary. 

This is a fully remote position with no location requirement. We encourage candidates from all locations within the United States to apply. 

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Remote Position: Yes

Union Position: No

Travel Requirements: Limited 

End Date: 11/15/2024

WHAT YOU’LL ACHIEVE:

• Draft briefing memos for spokesperson interviews.
• Draft talking points for NextGen spokespeople.
• Take first pen to national communications like press releases, rapid response statements, ICYMI, and more. 
• Pull and send daily clips to NextGen Communications team and leadership.
• Pull TV clips through TVEyes and other sources.
• Send weekly round up of earned media hits
• Join partner calls and take detailed notes as needed
• Work closely with the Executive Assistant to our Executive Directors to support scheduling and coordination on calendar

ABOUT YOU:

• This is an entry level position.
• Able and willing to work outside of normal business hours as needed, to support the Communications team in responding to news stories, media hits, etc. 
• Has worked in a newsroom, press shop, or communications team.
• Is a strong writer and able to adapt to different people’s voices.
• Has excellent organizational skills.
• Has the ability to adapt rapidly to evolving priorities and deadlines.
• Driven with a strong work ethic.
• Enjoys working on a team.

SALARY INFORMATION:

The starting salary range for this position is $62,000-$67,000. The final base salary will be determined by various factors, including individual qualifications and internal parity, which will be objectively assessed during the interview process. 

BENEFITS:

Our comprehensive benefits package plays an essential part in how we recognize you for your critical contribution toward our organization’s mission. 

Taking Care of Your Future: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary

Prioritizing Your Work/Life Balance:

• Generous PTO and leave policies 
• 18 paid organization-wide holidays

Setting You Up for Success:

• Up to $150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs 
• $100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
• Flexible spending account for dependent care
• Professional development opportunities to help you achieve your best self

ABOUT NEXTGEN AMERICA:

NextGen America is the leading national organization for engaging young people through voter education, registration and mobilization. We invite 18-to-35 year olds — the largest and most diverse generation in American history — into our democracy to ensure our government works for them and to find new solutions to the dire challenges facing our society and the world. Since 2013, NextGen America has registered more than 1.5 million young voters and educated many millions more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people of diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We value and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as an organization--in theory and in practice, and our culture reflects that value and commitment.  We are committed to furthering issues like climate change, health care, and immigration from a progressive perspective, and we seek to engage the public in these areas as well as others. We also recognize the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity within our political system and strive to make positive changes within our system as a result.