Digital Media Associate

Work In Progress Consulting

Digital Media Associate managing social media and digital content for NextGen America. Engaging existing audiences and reaching new ones through innovative online strategies.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,400 - $72,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain real-time knowledge of current social trends, political developments, organizing best practices, and public policy news to create opportunities for digital engagement in line with NextGen America’s messaging.
Serve as a lead for content across NextGen’s social media program, drafting and curating content for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads and YouTube.
Draft and schedule email content for NextGen’s national audiences.
Design graphics for NextGen’s social media and email platforms.
Record, edit and collaborate on short-form video intended for social media platforms.
Prepare digital toolkits, guidance, and messaging to share with NextGen’s campus organizations.
Assist with producing reports on social media and email activity and metrics.
Track emerging trends in social media and digital storytelling and utilize them effectively.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least two years of digital communications, digital content creation or social media work for a political campaign, nonprofit advocacy group or similar mission-driven organization.
Demonstrated ability to grow online audiences through engaging content.
Exceptional writing, copyediting, and proofreading skills.
Ability to produce on-message content that attracts and engages NextGen’s core audience.
Ability to work independently with excellent organizational skills.
Ability to adapt rapidly to evolving priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Experience in graphic design and video editing tools like Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
Consistent attention to detail.
Be a positive, unselfish team player who sets the tone for everyone to do their best work.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance: 100% coverage for you and for your dependents
Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
401(k) plan - we’ll match 100% up to 4% of your salary
Generous PTO and leave policies
19 paid organization-wide holidays
Up to $150 per month to use toward your cell phone and internet costs
$100 per month to use toward your personal health and wellness goals
Flexible spending account for dependent care
Professional development opportunities to help you achieve your best self

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Hard Skills & Tools

Digital Content CreationSocial Media StrategyCopyeditingProofreadingContent Scheduling

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTeam PlayerAttention to DetailAdaptabilityTime Management