
Senior Associate – Digital Media, Cultural Content Creator
Accelerate Change Network
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $55,000 - $65,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Research, report, and adapt timely information and cultural stories for social media-first distribution across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and emerging channels.
- Translate complex social, political, and cultural topics into clear, accessible, and engaging short-form content tailored to Latino audiences.
- Ensure content meets high standards of accuracy, credibility, cultural relevance, and editorial integrity, while remaining platform-native and engaging.
- Develop, script, and produce original social media content in Spanish and Spanglish, including: Short-form videos (Reels, TikToks, Shorts), Carousels and static posts, and Stories with interactive elements (polls, quizzes, Q&A).
- Experiment with new storytelling formats, franchises, and series focused on Latino culture, identity, work, immigration, and social impact.
- Collaborate on ideation and pilots for new channels and content verticals.
- Serve as on-camera talent for face-forward or voice-led videos, as well as produce effective faceless or text-driven formats when appropriate.
- Bring a confident, authentic, and culturally fluent presence that resonates with Latino digital audiences, especially with a Gen Z audience.
- Research, pitch, and produce original impact-driven stories and explainers that center Latino experiences in the U.S.
- Contribute opinion, analysis, and cultural commentary pieces that provide context and reflection, while remaining accessible and shareable.
- Integrate diverse voices, community perspectives, and reliable sources into all reporting.
- Monitor and analyze content performance metrics to refine storytelling approaches and maximize reach and engagement.
- Use social media management tools, analytics platforms, and AI-powered tools (for scripting, research support, editing workflows, or ideation) to increase efficiency and creativity.
- Stay current on platform trends, algorithm shifts, and emerging digital tools relevant to social media journalism.
- Uphold journalistic values of accuracy, transparency, and fairness across all content formats.
- Approach sensitive topics with empathy, cultural awareness, and respect for the lived experiences of Latino communities.
- Ensure stories are rooted in community relevance, historical context, and responsible reporting practices.
Requirements
- 2+ years experience as a journalist and/or storytelling, developing, researching, and publishing cultural information relevant to the Latino community in digital and social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube), ideally with a social justice mission in mind.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with native-level Spanish speaking and writing skills required.
- Journalistic research & writing: Strong skills in investigative research, fact-checking, and crafting clear, compelling stories that balance accuracy with cultural relevance.
- Full-cycle content creator: Experience creating news, storytelling and relevant information from start to finish, including research, scripting, editing, and publishing, particularly for Latino audiences.
- Content trendsetter: Highly motivated and creative, with a passion for fast-paced short form news and storytelling and enjoys learning about innovative content formats and trends.
- Collaboration & adaptability: Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Deadline-driven and detail-focused: Skilled at prioritizing multiple projects, meeting multiple deadlines and being detail-oriented.
- Data-informed content strategist: Comfortable with analyzing data to inform and support content creation decisions.
- Learning mindset: Willingness to learn new technologies and tech tools, including Lean Startup methodology and experimentation.
- Eager to further develop editing skills: Familiarity with social media tools (Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Final Cut, or similar video editing software applications), analytics platforms, and AI-assisted content workflows.
- Independent and adaptable team player: Known for taking initiative and completing tasks, whether creative or technical. Comfortable working both independently and in collaboration with team members from diverse backgrounds. Adaptability to remote work with team members across the country and strong time management skills.
- Cultural competency: Deep understanding of the experiences, challenges, and perspectives of Latino communities in the U.S., with sensitivity to diversity within the community. Strong understanding of Gen Z digital culture, trends, and content consumption habits is a plus.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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