little thing

DIGITAL MEDIA STRATEGIST

Location: Full-time, remote.

Compensation: $75,000 - $100,000

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Little Thing is a small but mighty team of communications, research, fundraising and advocacy campaigning experts working with prominent, influential clients on national political issues. We advise major national advocacy and research organizations, as well as large charitable foundations that support them. While our portfolio is evolving, we primarily focus on work related to climate change, clean energy, and the protection of our democracy. 

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We’re looking for a Digital Media Strategist who is skilled at producing scroll-stopping video and other content for Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms. You’ll be the creative engine behind our clients’ social presence, helping them develop, execute, and assess their strategy with the support of our communications team. 

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WHAT YOU'LL DO SPECIFICALLY:​

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Content creation

• Produce short-form video (e.g., Reels, YouTube Shorts, and YouTube), from concept through edit, including motion graphics, captions, and sound

• Coach our clients’ staffs on best practices for creating their own vertical video and identify and engage external content creators who can further amplify their work 

• Design Instagram carousels, static graphics, and other visuals that translate dense research, data, and reports into clear, compelling content while preserving factual integrity

• Maintain visual consistency within each client’s brand while pushing creative boundaries

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Strategize and execute

• Help develop social and digital strategy, content calendars, and campaign concepts

• Monitor trends, memes, news cycles, and platform changes, and spot opportunities to jump in quickly with relevant, on-brand content (both new and repurposed)

• Publish and schedule content across platforms, and handle basic community management 

• Work with clients and our team to turn research, reports, and talking points into content ideas

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Measure and improve

• Track performance across platforms and client accounts

• Prepare regular metrics reports with clear takeaways and recommendations

• Use data to refine and/or adjust formats, hooks, and posting strategies

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WHAT'S EXPECTED:

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• A portfolio of compelling video and other design work for leading social platforms

• A demonstrated ability to turn complex research and/or policy-oriented materials into engaging content for both  influential audiences like policymakers, journalists, etc, as well as the general public 

• Advanced skill with Canva and other video and design tools

• A deep understanding of what performs well organically across platforms and ability to quickly adapt to new and emerging trends or algorithms

• Experience publishing content and analyzing performance

• Organization and ability to juggle multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-moving environment

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in social media, digital content, or design in an agency, nonprofit, campaign, newsroom or similar setting

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STRONGLY PREFERRED:

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• Familiarity with climate accountability, clean energy, money in politics, and/or democracy-related issues 

• Experience with on-camera or interview-based video, as well as working alongside creators and influencers

• Familiarity with rapid response and with organic and paid social

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION​

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The estimated range for this position is between $75,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience. We offer health insurance, which includes vision and dental care. We also provide a 401k with a 6% match, life insurance and disability coverage, as well as paid parental, sick and vacation leave. 

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TO APPLY

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If interested, please submit a cover letter, writing sample and resume by November 19 via our Google Form: https://forms.gle/5tQG8vyh3FJHaxMV9. In your cover letter, please address why you are interested in orienting your career around advocacy and public policy, and how you are looking to grow in your next role. Please direct questions to jobs@littlething.co. We will be in touch by no later than November 24 on the status of your application. 

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Little Thing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We value a diversity of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage people who identify as women, people of color, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities to apply.

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As part of our commitment to inclusivity, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, including remote interviews and writing test, please check the box in the application form.

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ABOUT US​

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Little Thing is a communications and advocacy team that partners with progressive groups and activists to defend and advance public interest policy outcomes.