Press Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
PR / Communications, Marketing Communications, Content Writer / Copywriter
Job Description:
Press Assistant, Minnesotans for Klobuchar
Location:
Minneapolis
Type:
Full-time, cycle position through November 15, 2026
Reports to:
Communications Director, Deputy Communications Director
Compensation:
Starting at $4,500/month, commensurate with experience
The Press Assistant will work in coordination with the Communications Director and Deputy Communications Director to support day-to-day communications and media relations operations, execute projects as assigned, and ensure seamless organization and distribution of information across the communications team and Minnesotans for Klobuchar campaign. This is a fast-paced, in-person role that will require strong writing and organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the news cycle, and full time in-person work.
Experience in Minnesota politics is preferred but not required. This is an entry-level position, though applicants with previous relevant political or campaign communications experience and ability to relocate and/or start quickly will be prioritized.
Key Responsibilities Media Monitoring- Draft and distribute daily news clips.
- Monitor the news cycle related to the campaign and Minnesota politics more broadly across traditional media channels to bring relevant coverage to the communications team's attention in a timely manner.
- Help manage the distribution and quality of written materials every day by occasionally composing initial drafts of advisories, talking points and other materials as assigned.
- Occasionally assist with materials needed for the campaign's organic social media surrogacy program.
- Update and maintain internal documents such as press lists, press requests tracker, communications calendar, and more under supervision of the Deputy Communications Director and Communications Director.
- Assist the communications team with events and associated materials from planning to execution, as well as special projects and strategic planning as needed.
- Assist with other duties as assigned to support the campaign's communications needs.
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