Swing Left · 4 months ago
Director of Social Media & Creative
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $115K/yr
6+ years expSwing Left is an organization focused on maximizing grassroots impact on competitive elections to help Democrats win. The Director of Social Media & Creative will lead the social media and creative content strategy, ensuring high-quality engagement and mobilization through effective content across various platforms.
Association
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own our social strategy: translate organizational priorities into short-form content that drives engagement, fundraising, and volunteer mobilization
Run the day-to-day: plan, write, edit, and approve high-quality, on-brand content—and cultivate the work of other contributors
Manage and mentor: directly support one full-time staffer while leading external contributors across design, video, talent, and production
Collaborate cross-functionally: align social content with the editorial calendar and coordinate on digital campaign launches, in partnership with the Senior Director of Editorial & Digital Campaigns
Shape creative priorities: oversee photo, video, graphics, design, and influencer/creator work to ensure every asset is aligned with campaign and organizational goals
Build creator partnerships: manage influencer relationships and launch campaigns that expand our reach and impact
Direct the creative pipeline: ensure assets are produced fast, on brand, and at a consistently high level of quality
Play a lead role in rapid response: turn key political moments into powerful, real-time content across channels
Elevate stories: source and spotlight narratives from volunteers, campaigns, and partners to fuel content across channels
Track and optimize: use analytics to measure performance and evolve strategy for maximum impact
Stay ahead of the curve: understand the latest social media best practices, bring fresh ideas, experiment with trends, and adapt quickly to platform changes
Qualification
Required
Strong interest in and alignment with the distinct missions and values of Swing Left and Vote Forward
6+ years in digital communications with a focus on social media and creative production—ideally with campaign or electoral experience
Exceptional writing and editing skills, especially for short-form and creative content
A track record of using social and creative content to mobilize volunteers, raise money, and drive engagement at scale
Experience managing teams and external contributors, with a knack for cultivating great creative work
The ability to manage complex calendars and deadlines while upholding brand consistency
Comfort analyzing performance metrics and using insights to sharpen strategy
Design and video editing skills to create graphics across platforms
A commitment to equity and belonging across all identities, and ability to learn and grow in this space
Flexibility to work irregular hours during rapid-response or peak moments
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% of the premium paid for employees and 50% for dependents
Health and dependent care FSA accounts
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Retirement plan
Professional development, remote work and technology stipends
An unlimited time-off policy + a flexible medical and parental leave policy
Our office is closed for approximately 25 business days each year (including federal holidays)
Company
Swing Left
Swing Left is dedicated to promoting the election of democrats in order to preserve their democracy.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-07-17Seed
Leadership Team
Ethan Todras-Whitehill
Board Chair and Co-Founder
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