The Office of Senator Alex Padilla is looking for a Digital Director to oversee the Senator’s social media platforms. This role leads in sharing the Senator’s message and vision online across multiple channels, working with influencers to highlight his work in Congress, and conceptualizing and editing videos, photos, and graphics. This position reports directly to the Communications Director and collaborates with the full communications team. Job

Oversee and drive digital strategy to promote audience engagement and growth online. • Work with the digital assistant to produce content across all of the Senator’s social media platforms. • Conceptualize, draft scripts, and film social media videos. • Lead on proactive email program, including strategy, audience targeting, and subject line testing. • Work with influencers and build out digital partnerships to expand the Senator’s digital audience. • Assist in all rapid response efforts, prepare for breaking news, and manage the creative projects that will lead the Senator’s response.

4-7 years of video editing and graphic design experience. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. • Experience managing the voice of an organization or public figure. • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. • Campaign, advocacy, or other fast pace political environment experience is a plus. Additional Experience with creative content development for social media, or similar background (e.g. in video editing, graphic design, photography, etc.). • Ability to work well in a fast-paced and highly collaborative team environment. • Ability to manage crises and adapt quickly. • Enthusiastic and self-motivated with a desire to learn new tools and technologies. The office is an of Senate Rules, regulations and applicable federal laws. The office does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other factors.

Please attach your resume, cover letter, a digital portfolio, and a video highlight reel.