Staff Writer – Michigan

Overview: Senator-elect Elissa Slotkin is seeking a talented, evocative, detail oriented staff writer for her Michigan office to contribute to a wide variety of public-facing written products. The Staff Writer will be responsible for conceiving and executing high-quality written statements, letters, and other materials that capture the awesomeness of Michigan and Michiganders in the Senator-elect’s unique voice.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Overseeing the significant, high volume constituent notes and commendations program.
• Assisting the Senator-elect in producing written materials for a wide variety of fora.
• Drafting press releases and social media posts for the comms team, as assigned.
• Assisting the Michigan and D.C. communications, as assigned.
• Maintaining an organized archive of public-facing communications in coordination with the D.C. press assistant.

Candidate qualifications

• Written communications skills of the highest quality.
• The ability to craft a story.
• The ability to identify people, places and events across the state worthy of recognition from the Senator-elect in the Congressional Record or other fora.
• A meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience with video capturing and editing is preferred.

Location and work environment: This position is located in the state of Michigan. This is a “hybrid position” – applicants should expect that the role will require some in-person office work, with flexibility for some regular remote work. 

To apply: Interested candidates should submit a one page cover letter detailing their relevant experience and enthusiasm for the position, a resume with three professional references, three 500-1000 word writing samples, and if applicable, describe their Michigan ties. Materials should be directed to [email protected], and applicants should include the title of the position they are applying for in the subject line of the email they send. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.