Date Posted:
April 24, 2026
Position Title:
Press Assistant/Digital Assistant
Office/Company:
Hon. Jim Himes
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
CT-04
Job Number:
HoR-206-26-HC
Reports To:
Deputy Communications Director
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
CT04.Jobs@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Communications Staff
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
The Office of Representative Jim Himes (CT-04) is seeking a creative and highly organized Press Assistant/Digital Assistant (PA/DA) to join his Washington, D.C. office. The PA/DA will play a central role in shaping the Member’s social media presence and written communications efforts. The PA/DA will report to the Deputy Communications Director and work closely with the communications team to execute a holistic strategy that highlights the Member’s committee and district work.
Responsibilities:
Creating consistent, compelling content for various social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, Substack, YouTube, and others. Filming direct-to-camera videos with the Member. Photographing the Member at events. Managing and updating the Member's official website. Drafting regular newsletters and surveys. Monitoring social media trends. Identifying new media and creator collaboration opportunities.
Qualifications:
This position requires a strong background in graphic design and video editing, familiarity with digital platforms, superb writing skills, and an ability to work well under pressing deadlines. Applicants should be strong multi-taskers, extremely organized, clear communicators, highly-media literate, team-players, and self-driven. Hill experience preferred; knowledge of video editing and graphic design software required; Connecticut ties and Spanish fluency are a plus.
Instructions:
Qualified applicants should send a resume, cover letter, one page writing sample, and digital portfolio (an edited video, graphic, and text post) to CT04.Jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Press Assistant/Digital Assistant – [Last name].” Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The last day to submit an application is May 1, 2026.
Other:
This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
