[GAINPOWER.org: Jobs That Are Left] Democracy Docket is hiring - Social Media Coordinator, Staff Writer & Website Coordinator

January 22, 2021

[GAINPOWER.org: Jobs That Are Left] Democracy Docket is hiring - Social Media Coordinator, Staff Writer & Website Coordinator

Democracy Docket is growing and we're looking for hard-working people to join our team! Founded by Marc Elias, Democracy Docket is the leading progressive platform dedicated to opinion, advocacy and information about voting rights, elections, redistricting and democracy. Check out our current open positions below.

At this time, all positions are remote until it is deemed safe for in-person work. Candidates should eventually expect to commute within the greater DC metro area.

To apply, please go to democracydocket.com/careers.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS:

Social Media Coordinator

Responsibilities
  • Create social media posts and other visual content for all of Democracy Docket's social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) 
  • Manage and monitor all of Democracy Docket social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) 
  • Create graphics for use on the website and across social media platforms (website graphics, Instagram graphics, custom social share images, etc.)
  • Responsible for drafting and scheduling social media posts ahead of each week 
  • Edit videos (internally recorded content + media appearance clips) 
  • Strategically use data and analytics to inform social media strategy 
  • Perform other related duties and projects 
Required skills 
  • Creative design skills (please submit samples of your design work)
  • Tech-savvy and detail oriented 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to multitask
  • Experience with Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially in Photoshop , Illustrator, InDesign and Spark 
  • Email campaign experience a plus, but not required
  • Live streaming or YouTube experience a plus, but not required
  • Familiarity with voting rights, campaigns, progressive politics or litigation a plus, but not required
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 0-2 years experience
  • Salary: $50-70K, commensurate with years of experience
Staff Writer

Responsibilities
  • Write and edit public-facing emails (newsletter, article announcements etc.)
  • Write and edit voter education pieces and general op-eds for the website
  • Conduct research relating to the current state of voting rights law, elections, and politics, and write parallel content 
  • Copyedit website content, public and fundraising emails and other copy as required.
  • Perform other related duties and projects 
  • Work with Case Manager 
Required skills 
  • Understanding of progressive campaigns, politics and law, or litigation
  • Strong research and writing skills (Please submit a sample of your work)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to multitask
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 1-3 years of experience
  • Salary: $50-70K, commensurate with years of experience  
Website Coordinator

Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day upkeep of DemocracyDocket.com
  • Responsible for placing and publishing posts, uploading documents to the cases page, and updating copy when required 
  • Creating NGP Action forms for website integration
  • Monitor, assess, and report on website performance. Analyze and strategically use data to inform digital strategy
  • Act as liaison between Democracy Docket and our web host
  • Perform other related duties and projects 
Required skills 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to multitask
  • Problem solving skills
  • Proficient in HTML and WordPress 
  • Google analytics experience 
  • Familiarity with voting rights, campaigns, progressive politics, litigation a plus, but not required
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 1-3 years of experience
  • Salary: $50-70K, commensurate with years of experience  

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