Digital Strategist, Paid Media (Temporary)

Authentic

5d•Remote

About The Position

Authentic is an award-winning digital agency specializing in fundraising, advertising, creative and web strategy, online organizing, and more. We’re known for building innovative, people-powered digital programs that help elect Democrats and advance progressive causes. We are looking for a Digital Strategist, Paid Media to join our team for a limited term ending November 13, 2026. Digital Strategists are expected to run point on leading a book of select clients, working independently to meet client needs with some assistance from management– to run digital programs that meet our award-winning standard. This position pays a fixed starting salary of $65,000 annually, per our company’s transparent employee compensation policy. Benefits include 100% employer covered health insurance, 401K with employer contribution, flexible vacation and sick leave, and more. This is a union position represented by the Campaign Workers Guild.

Requirements

Knowledge of the issues and a passion for electing Democratic candidates and advancing the progressive movement
Transferable experience from a previous role or a short period in a similar position
Experience working in advertising platforms like Facebook and Google Ads and CRMs like NGP and ActionKit
Demonstrated experience of creating and setting strategy for a client
Proven effective written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks, work well under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
Experience in stakeholder or client management, copywriting, and digital ad campaigns
Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel
Able to work extended hours when needed/for rapid response moments
Eager to learn and self-educate
Committed to getting things right – pays close attention to detail and doesn’t stop trying
Support for progressive values and commitment to building a safe and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life can contribute and advance the movement

Responsibilities

Act as the paid media client lead owning the growth of their digital fundraising program through many paid media channels: Meta, Search, P2P Texting, List Growth, and more
Develop, set, and execute all aspects of client’s digital paid media fundraising strategy to meet client goals including media planning, projections, and content development
Work with internal paid media ad ops teams to execute and optimize all aspects of client’s paid media program
Brainstorm and develop creative ideas for our clients, write, fact-check, and proofread content
Ensure all content is rooted in the authentic and honest voice of the client, and that each program is unique, relevant, and timely
Respond to topics in real-time by assisting in drafting ads and texts in response to news stories that are breaking fast
Lead on relevant client communications
Contribute to a collaborative culture that helps improve our work product
Work with designers, email strategists, and vendor partners to meet your client's needs as necessary
Be on top of digital trends and new tools, so we can make cutting-edge recommendations to our clients based on best practices
Tailor paid media fundraising strategies to the unique needs of each client and circumstance. Think outside the box and look for opportunities to innovate
Use, evaluate, and provide feedback on new digital tools and emerging technologies being tested by Authentic to improve programs and workflows as necessary
Perform other duties as needed

Benefits

100% employer-paid health care, vision, and dental
100% employer-paid life insurance and disability
401(k) with 3% employer contribution plus additional 2% employer match, fully vested on day one
4-day work week
Flexible vacation and sick leave
Generous paid parental leave & dependent care benefits
Flexible telecommute and remote work policies
Monthly phone reimbursement
Wellness benefits
Mental health benefits
Commuter benefits
Home office stipend or local hot desk
Student loan repayment assistance