POSITION: Media Monitor (2 openings)
LOCATION: Washington DC
American Bridge 21st Century a progressive research and communications organization dedicated to holding Republicans accountable for their words and actions is hiring a Media Monitor to join our Media Monitoring team for the 2026 election cycle. This position is based in our Washington DC office.
The Media Monitoring team focuses on monitoring and compiling videos of key Republican targets words and actions. The Media Monitoring team works closely with all departments in augmenting existing research and looking for creative ways to use the footage weve gathered. Ideally all candidates should have a passion for politics curiosity for research and the ability to think outside the box.
Primary responsibilities include:
Write daily bullets on a set list of candidates;
Work with the Video Production Digital and Communications teams to create content;
Monitor realtime interviews and news coverage;
Assist with longterm research dives;
Maintain department documents on policy issues;
Other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will have:
Ability to work under tight time constraints in a rapid response environment;
Selfmotivation and proven ability to work independently and exercise discretion and independent judgment;
Availability for working after typical business hours and on weekends;
Previous experience with media monitoring software.
Some video editing experience: QuickTime Final Cut Pro or Windows Movie Maker.
AB PAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race colorreligion sex age national origin genetic information protected veterans marital status sexualorientation gender identity disability status or any other category prohibited by local state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including recruitment placement promotion transfer demotion compensation benefits social and recreational activities and termination.
We offer a competitive salary starting at $65000 for this position and a strong benefits package.
American Bridge 21st Century is a union employer. This position is in the bargaining unit.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Access to a 401(k) plan with an employer match of up to 3%
Premium-Free Health Insurance: The employer covers 100% of the cost for individual HMO plans (DC employees) or PPO plans (out-of-area employees). Additional plans are offered. Dental & Vision coverage included.
Employer-provided group term life insurance and disability benefits
Access to Family Savings Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
$45 per month cell phone stipend (if no work phone provided)
$200 per month benefit for staff working from DC office
$250 annual reimbursement for out-of-pocket medical expenses (including vision or mental health).
Up to 17 days of vacation in the first year increasing with tenure
14 paid holidays per year
Paid leave for the birth adoption placement of a child bereavement & family medical leave
Founded in 2010, American Bridge 21st Century is the largest research, video tracking, and rapid response organization in Democratic and progressive politics. We find what Republicans are hiding and make sure voters hear about it.