Manager, Strategic Communications (Content)

DigDeep Right to Water Project•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

DigDeep is seeking a Manager, Strategic Communications (Content) to join their Communications team at a pivotal moment for the organization. Reporting to the Vice President, Strategic Communications, this role is the creative engine of the team — generating ideas, setting the content direction, and bringing DigDeep’s story to life across channels with taste, rigor, and urgency. This is not a role for someone who needs a lot of direction. The Manager will own the content strategy and ideation process, serve as DigDeep’s primary liaison with external creative partners, lead media and press relations, and manage field production. The ideal candidate brings a background in content strategy, editorial work, or nonprofit communications; has real experience navigating press and media relationships; and is energized by the challenge of telling complex, consequential stories simply and beautifully.

Requirements

At least 3 years of applicable professional experience required; experience in communications field preferred
Proficiency in Adobe, Figma, Canva, Slack, Asana, Google Workspace required
Good-standing personal accounts on key social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn — and willingness to establish accounts on emerging platforms as needed — in order to access and manage DigDeep's accounts and organizational business tools
Experience and/or willingness to use platforms such as Hootsuite, Muckrack, MediaValet and more
High computer literacy, and tech savviness required
Able to focus in the face of pressure, deliver against timelines and not be intimidated by tasks/time limitations
Organized, trustworthy, dependable, and detail oriented
Comfortable with autonomy, able to work independently and complete assigned tasks within established time frames required
Experience/Willingness to work across various cultural contexts and communicating across cultural differences
Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50%), including, but not limited to: Navajo Nation (AZ/NM/UT), West Virginia, Texas, DigDeep HQ, and additional locations as needed
Ability to drive a car and/or travel by air for extended periods of time, including long drives and multi-leg flights to DigDeep project sites and events
Ability to support event setup and breakdown, including lifting and carrying materials and equipment up to 25 lbs

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience preferred
Fluency/strong proficiency in Diné and/or Spanish preferred
Understanding of data security best practices preferred

Responsibilities

Lead content ideation across all channels — generating concepts, pitching directions, and bringing creative energy that elevates the team’s output
Develop and own DigDeep’s content strategy, ensuring a consistent, compelling narrative across campaigns, platforms, and audiences
Serve as the primary creative collaborator with external partners including graphic designers, videographers, copywriters, and social teams — briefing, directing, and maintaining quality standards
Bring a sharp visual sensibility and editorial instinct to all content decisions, from social posts to long-form storytelling to partner-facing materials
Identify emerging storytelling opportunities and bring proactive ideas to the VP and team
Own DigDeep’s media and press relationships — managing pitching, responding to inquiries, and building long-term journalist and outlet relationships
Develop press strategy for major organizational moments, including leadership transitions, campaign launches, and impact milestones
Prepare spokespeople for media appearances, including briefing documents, talking points, and interview prep
Monitor and respond to media coverage, flagging risks and opportunities in real time
Manage relationships with PR partners or agencies as applicable
Serve as DigDeep’s lead on field content production — coordinating site visits, managing film crews, and ensuring all community storytelling adheres to DigDeep’s ethical storytelling standards and consent protocols
Travel to DigDeep project sites on the Navajo Nation, in Appalachia, and along the Texas-Mexico border to gather stories, direct content capture, and manage on-the-ground production
Prepare and support program staff and community partners who appear on camera or in print
Build and maintain relationships with community contacts who trust DigDeep to tell their stories with care
Support the development and execution of major communications campaigns, bringing content strategy and creative direction from brief to launch
Manage content components of partner and coalition communications, ensuring DigDeep’s brand and voice are represented accurately and compellingly
Collaborate with the Development team on donor-facing content, including impact reports, campaign materials, and major gift communications

Benefits

Competitive wage commensurate with level of position
Generous vacation and sick leave
23 weeks paid Parental Leave
Medical, dental, vision insurance, 100% employer paid
Employer covers up to $500 of the monthly cost for medical insurance for spouse/children/family
Employer covers 100% of the cost for dental and vision insurance for spouse/children/family
401k retirement plan, with employer match
Life insurance, 100% employer paid
Annual Professional Development Stipend
Annual Wellbeing Reimbursement
BrightPlan membership (Financial wellness benefit)
One Medical membership
Kindbody membership
Access Perks membership (Discounts and savings benefit)
Monthly cell phone use allowance
Monthly internet use allowance
Work laptop (MacBook)
15 paid holidays (including one week closure for Labor Day)
Domestic travel