Cato Institute

Producer

• Develop episode outlines and, where needed, full script drafts including host intros, transition language, and outros in a voice consistent with each show's editorial identity.
• Serve as the editorial lead through post-production, working with audio engineers and video editors to ensure final audio and video episodes reflect the intended structure, pacing, and content priorities.
• Conduct pre-interviews with prospective and confirmed guests to assess fit, develop episode angles, and gather the information needed to brief hosts and shape conversation outlines.
• Prepare guests for recording, including providing technical guidance for both audio and video sessions, setting expectations for format and tone, and ensuring a smooth recording experience.
• Coordinate with video editors on visual elements specific to the video format, including on-screen graphics, chapter markers, and the selection of B-roll or supplemental footage where applicable.
• Write and edit episode titles, descriptions, and show notes for publication across podcast platforms, YouTube, and Cato's website.
• Coordinate recording schedules, guest logistics, and production timelines across multiple shows or episodes in flight simultaneously.
• Collaborate with communications and digital teams to support episode promotion and audience development across audio and video platforms.
• Stay current on Cato's research output and policy priorities to identify timely guest and topic opportunities.

Story Producer, Podcasts

Manager

• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers in Congress and the executive branch
• Identify, create, and assist with opportunities for Cato scholars to provide congressional testimony, statements for the record, and other high-impact opportunities for Cato scholars
• Track and advise Cato scholars and staff on ongoing and emerging dynamics in Congress and the executive branch to ensure Cato’s maximum impact on the policy debate
• Devise, recommend, and execute engagement strategies for the issue portfolio with the goal of positively influencing the policy debate
• Oversee distribution of Cato scholarship to an audience in Congress and the executive branch
• Work with existing federal affairs staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts
• Exercise exceptional judgment to ensure the protection and enhancement of Cato’s reputation for excellence, integrity, and dedication to principle

Manager – Government Affairs

Analyst

• Spearhead new multi-state and federal research and advocacy for energy deregulation.
• Oversee Cato’s efforts to advance consumer-regulated electricity (CRE).
• Coordinate among the policy, development, and government affairs teams at Cato.
• Engage outside groups, including think tanks and trade associations.
• Write and present testimony before state legislatures.
• Contribute opinion articles to local newspapers and speak on webinars and panels.
• Recruit new private sector partners.
• Develop long-term strategy for CRE advocacy and other priorities.
• Contribute as needed to broader policy initiatives, including legislative and regulatory efforts.

Energy Policy Analyst

General

• Monitor relevant government activities and regulatory developments
• Engage with Congressional staff, federal agencies, and trade associations to promote CMFA’s work
• Coordinate research dissemination, public events, and media outreach
• Assist in strategic planning and reporting of outreach efforts
• Mentor interns to support their development as future policy leaders
• Develop and execute outreach campaigns to promote CMFA’s research

Policy Engagement Specialist

Events

• Support the planning and execution of donor events
• Provide administrative support to the Development team
• Coordinate event logistics and prepare mailing and marketing materials
• Assist with donor communications and day-to-day Development operations
• Help create well-run events and meaningful donor experiences
• Coordinate schedules and materials for various events
• Manage mailing operations for events
• Provide auxiliary administrative assistance to the Senior Vice President for Marketing and Partnerships as directed

Development and Events Assistant

• Develop, implement, and support alumni engagement initiatives for educational programs, including new outreach campaigns and programming opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support educational programming and alumni relations efforts.
• Plan and coordinate alumni events such as networking opportunities and virtual programming from preparation through follow-up.
• Maintain, update, and organize alumni records and databases to ensure accurate tracking of engagement and participation.
• Track alumni engagement metrics, report analytics, and manage data to support program evaluation and strategic goals.
• Develop and distribute alumni communications, invitations, and outreach materials.
• Build and strengthen relationships with alumni through ongoing outreach, personalized engagement, and support, encouraging participation in alumni opportunities while fostering a sustainable pipeline of future talent and long-term connections to Cato.
• Manage administrative, logistical, and operational support for educational programs and special projects as needed.

Alumni Coordinator, Educational Programs

Program Manager

• Launch and lead the Cato Courses Scholarship Program from the ground up, including eligibility criteria, application design, selection process, recipient communications, and ongoing reporting on program outcomes.
• Assist scholars, instructional designers, and outside contributors in producing new courses, contributing to scripting, review cycles, asset gathering, AI-conversation design, quiz development, and final quality control before publication.
• Audit existing courses on a regular cadence for factual accuracy, pedagogical clarity, accessibility, and alignment with Cato’s editorial standards.
• Build and steward ongoing relationships with course alumni and with allied educational organizations, student groups, and affiliated programs.
• Work closely with Educational Programs, Sphere Education Initiatives, marketing, web, design, and scholarly staff to keep course launches, scholarship cycles, and promotional efforts on schedule and on message.

Program Manager – Cato Courses

Program Coordinator

• Support the planning and execution of Cato University (Cato U) programs, ensuring smooth coordination across all stages of each event
• Own the process of initial student engagement by serving as a primary point of contact for program applicants, responding to inquiries, and providing clear, timely communication throughout the application process
• Own the post-event process, including follow-up communications with participants and tracking alumni engagement
• Manage organizational and administrative tasks related to Cato U, including maintaining event materials and internal tracking systems
• Organize and prepare program applications for review and maintain accurate applicant records
• Coordinate closely with the conference and web teams to ensure logistics, schedules, and program details are clearly communicated and on track
• Provide onsite support during Cato U programs, including speaker support and general event coordination
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, communication, and participant experience across Cato’s educational programs

Human Resources

• Provide executive-level leadership for all HR functions, ensuring policies and practices reflect Cato’s mission of personal liberty, individual freedom, and organizational excellence.
• Develop long-term HR strategies that support workforce planning, organizational culture, and ongoing operational needs.
• Lead the evolution of HR systems, processes, and programs—including openness to responsible and ethical use of AI-powered tools to enhance efficiency, analytics, and employee experience.
• Partner with senior leadership to design and execute organizational development initiatives, talent strategies, and cultural priorities.
• Oversee, mentor, and develop the HR team, ensuring high performance, accountability, and alignment with organizational mission and values.
• Provide executive oversight of recruitment, onboarding, and separation processes, ensuring they are efficient, equitable, and mission-aligned.
• Direct the administration and continuous improvement of compensation structures, salary reviews, and title frameworks.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Oversee employee relations, conflict resolution, and personnel matters, engaging legal counsel when appropriate.
• Supervise benefits administration and compliance in partnership with the Human Resources Manager.
• Lead development, communication, and annual review of all HR policies, procedures, and process documentation.
• Serve as the strategic owner and senior super-user of the HCM system (Paylocity), guiding optimization and cross-functional use.
• Promote adoption of HR self-service tools and evaluate emerging technologies—including AI applications—to streamline HR operations and enhance decision-making.
• Recommend, coordinate, and oversee professional development and training initiatives for staff.
• Foster a mission-aligned, high-trust work environment rooted in personal responsibility, liberty, and mutual respect.
• Support broader organizational operations, contributing to cultural stewardship and continuous improvement.

Director of Human Resources

• Work with team scholars to implement strategic plans and goals for the tech policy program
• Coordinate across internal teams on current and forthcoming technology policy goals, research, and events
• Develop and implement systems to allow further reach both internally and externally
• Support experts in preparation for events, meetings, and conferences
• Assist with the preparation of board reports, monthly reports, and expenses internally
• Provide administrative support for the team, including staffing events, preparing materials, assisting with recruiting efforts, and helping with the scheduling and administrative needs of program scholars
• Draft program notes and reports, and identify areas for improvement or notable successes for workflows and projects

Program Assistant/Manager – Technology Policy

Full-stack Engineer

• Build and maintain sophisticated agent skills and agentic tooling that integrate AI across engineering and operational workflows
• Integrate AI content retrieval systems, such as Sanity’s Agent Context, into production workflows
• Build services (e.g., API and MCP endpoints) that surface Cato’s 50 years of policy research for diverse consuming applications
• Build and extend features, components, and shared packages across both the TypeScript / React content platform and the Python research and operations platform
• Extend and harden core infrastructure packages across both platforms: API client integration, streaming data pipelines, document processing, and structured logging
• Maintain testing infrastructure across both platforms, closing coverage gaps and integrating tests into continuous integration workflows
• Likely Initial Focus Areas (First 6 - 12 Months): Contribute to the content platform’s march toward production, picking up feature work, migration tasks, and building pipeline improvements; develop familiarity with both codebases through Cato’s AI development infrastructure; build out test suites for both platforms, prioritizing high-dependency packages and critical paths

Senior Software Engineer, Applied AI

Editor

• Assist in developing and refining story ideas, coordinating pitches, assigning articles, and editing drafts
• Manage editorial calendars, track drafts and revisions, and maintain efficient production workflows
• Collaborate closely with Cato’s design, marketing, and digital teams on layout, visuals, promotion, and distribution
• Help drive the magazine’s outreach strategy—amplifying stories, engaging new audiences, and strengthening reader relationships
• Contribute to long-term editorial planning and the evolution of the magazine as it grows