Digital Content Manager

Issue One • WASHINGTON, DC

1d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Issue One is a cross-partisan organization dedicated to protecting American democracy through reform, transparency, ethics, accountability, reducing the influence of money in politics, protecting voting rights, and securing elections. The organization mobilizes action to fight threats to democracy, educates the public, pressures Congress, and organizes citizens. Issue One believes a healthy democracy requires constant vigilance and demands both policy reform and grassroots action.

The Digital Content Manager will lead Issue One's social media and digital content strategy, treating social platforms as essential channels for reaching Americans. This role involves creating engaging content in fast-moving news cycles, building and actively engaging online communities, and translating advocacy priorities into compelling digital storytelling. The position reports to the Vice President of Communications and collaborates with other communications managers. Key responsibilities include creating quick-turn video and real-time social content, leading influencer engagement, video series, and special projects.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in digital communications, social media management, content creation, or advocacy communications.
• Demonstrated experience managing and growing organizational social media accounts across platforms such as Meta, X, LinkedIn, and emerging channels.
• Strong experience creating platform-native content (video, graphics, threads, carousels, etc.) in fast-paced or rapid-response environments.
• Proficiency in digital content creation tools, including video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, CapCut) and graphic design platforms (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong visual and brand sensibility, with experience maintaining style or brand guidelines.
• Ability to translate complex policy, political, or advocacy topics into accessible, engaging digital storytelling for broad audiences.
• Experience tracking and applying platform analytics to continuously improve content and strategy.
• Experience leveraging AI-powered tools to support content ideation, drafting, editing, performance analysis, and platform management while maintaining authentic voice and accuracy.
• High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and adaptability in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
• A genuine enthusiasm for reaching audiences where they get their news, and for staying current on emerging platforms and techniques.
• Commitment to democratic values, civic engagement, and mission-driven communications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with paid social advertising (e.g., Meta Business Manager, Google Ads) and managing external creative vendors.

Responsibilities

• Manage social media presence on Meta platforms (Instagram, Facebook), X, and Bluesky, and support LinkedIn content and strategy.
• Create engaging, authentic, platform-optimized content including graphics, threads, carousels, and reactive content.
• Produce platform-native content that encourages participation, conversation, and sharing.
• Translate complex policy and democracy reform topics into accessible, compelling digital storytelling.
• Produce quick-turn video content for real-time response and timely opportunities, using CapCut and other editing tools.
• Maintain a steady cadence of interactive, community-centered posts.
• Review and edit social media content drafted by other team members to ensure alignment with organizational voice.
• Build relationships with key voices and creators in online spaces relevant to Issue One's work.
• Lead influencer strategy and Meta paid ads strategy for partnerships, lead generation, and paid growth.
• Conduct daily social listening and trend monitoring to identify real-time engagement opportunities.
• Engage with followers, partners, and influencers through replies, comments, and quote responses.
• Manage DMs, mentions, and notifications with a community-first approach.
• Own the organization's social media content calendar and coordinate scheduling.
• Continuously test formats, timing, and distribution tactics to improve performance.
• Track performance metrics and identify what content drives engagement and reach.
• Identify new platform features and trends and integrate them into content execution.
• Provide regular performance insights to the VP of Communications.
• Adapt content approach based on what's working and what's not.
• Lead creative direction and coordinate timelines and deliverables with external design and editing partners.
• Create and maintain Issue One's brand guide, including color palettes, fonts, visual design elements, and photo licensing protocols.
• Collaborate with Policy, Campaigns, and Citizen Engagement teams to identify content opportunities and serve as a functional expert.

Benefits

• Platinum health plan with 100% of the premium paid by Issue One.
• Organization covers 75% of the premium for spouses and dependents.
• More than 50 paid days off annually, including holidays, vacation, personal time, and office-wide closures.
• Reimbursements and stipends for commuting and work-related travel.
• Reimbursements for qualifying wellness- and growth-oriented activities.
• Student loan assistance.
• Professional development stipend.
• Regular opportunities for fun and fellowship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed