Social Media Content Specialist

Third Way

1d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Third Way is a national think tank and advocacy organization that champions moderate policy and political ideas. Since our founding in 2005, we have served as a critical bulwark against political extremism by advancing values-driven, reform-oriented solutions on the defining issues of our time. Our work is grounded in the mainstream American values of opportunity, freedom, security, and democratic capitalism, and we advocate for the vital center across seven major areas: climate and energy, economy, education, health care, national security, politics, and social policy.
Third Way’s Moderate Communications Center (Mod Comms) is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Social Media Content Specialist to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong social media instincts, and can deliver rapid, high-quality content that resonates with audiences. The ideal candidate will manage our social media accounts, craft compelling captions, and produce visually engaging content using basic design and video editing tools.
Third Way’s Moderate Communications Center (Mod Comms) serves as the megaphone for the moderate movement by amplifying the voices and ideas of the center left with a particular focus on the new media and digital landscape.

Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant field or 1-3 years relevant work experience in government, on a political campaign, advocacy or nonprofit space, or strong political digital internship experience.
• A demonstrated ability to write accurate, pithy, culturally-relevant content for a wide audience;
• Passion for creative storytelling;
• Familiarity with the Democratic ecosystem of policymakers, influencers, and advocates;
• Experience interacting with and responding to high impact organizations and leaders on social media;
• Familiarity with paid advertising on social platforms;
• Comfort working in digital programs such as the Adobe Express, Canva, Snapstream, CapCut.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule posts across all Mod Comms social media accounts;
• Write engaging captions and copy tailored for various social platforms;
• Monitor and flag rapid response opportunities to highlight center left political and policy leaders in breaking news and trending topics;
• Produce, film, and edit short-form videos and graphics using Adobe Express and other tools;
• Add accurate video captioning to ensure accessibility and clarity;
• Assist with basic design needs for social media and digital campaigns;
• Monitor social trends and analytics to optimize content performance;
• Collaborate with the team to maintain a consistent tone, style, and brand voice.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Parking, and Transit)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Retirement plan
• Accrued Paid Sick and Vacation leave
• Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees