Digital Manager | Communications Assistant

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Date Posted:

October 23, 2026

Position Title:

Office/Company:

Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán

Party:

Democrat

Office Code:

CA-44

Job Number:

MEM-322-26

Reports To:

Communications Director

Location:

Washington, DC

Contact:

JobsCA44@mail.house.gov

Salary:

$60,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience

Primary Role

Deputy Press Secretary/Digital Director

Secondary Role:

Job Type:

Full-time

Description:

Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44) is seeking a Digital Manager | Communications Assistant to join our communications team. The Digital Manager | Communications Assistant will work under the office’s Communications Director to carry out the Congresswoman’s communications and outreach strategy. Location: Washington, DC Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience Job Title: Digital Manager | Communications Assistant Benefits: Health insurance, student loan repayment, and other competitive benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Draft social media copy, newsletters, press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, and other communications materials. • Help turn legislation, district events, constituent stories, and breaking news into engaging digital content. • Film the Congresswoman and edit content into reels and DTCs to be posted across social media platforms. • Assist with posting across social media platforms. • Update and manage the official website. • Monitor breaking news, media coverage, social media trends, and digital performance. • Clip and caption TV appearances, floor speeches, long and short form videos, and more. • Organize photos, videos, graphics, and other digital assets. • Help track press inquiries and prepare materials for interviews, press events, and public appearances. • Maintain press contact lists and support external communications efforts. • Work closely with the Communications Director and broader communications team on rapid-response and other projects.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates are motivated self-starters, detail-oriented, highly organized, possess problem-solving skills, thrive in a very fast-paced environment, and are willing to work extended hours and in tight time constraints. • Exceptional writing, editing, and organizational skills • Experience with social media platforms and tools (e.g., Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, CapCut, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and similar tools) • Ability to create engaging graphics, visuals, and videos • Strong interest in digital media and trends • Detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines Southern California | Los Angeles Metro area ties, access to a car, and Spanish fluency are a plus.

Instructions:

To apply, please email with “Full Name – Digital Communications Manager” in the subject line and the following application materials attached as one PDF: • Resume • Cover letter • One writing sample; One graphic digital work sample; One video work sample • Examples or a link to a portfolio of your design and content work (optional, but encouraged)

Other:

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender i identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.