
Digital Strategist, Paid Media (Temporary)
Authentic, Chicago, IL, United States
Overview Digital Strategist, Paid Media (Temporary) – Remote (All states except CA or WA). Position: Full-time (Limited-Term) for nine (9) months. Salary: $65,000/year. Authentic is an award-winning digital agency specializing in fundraising, advertising, creative and web strategy, online organizing, and more. We’re known for building innovative, people-powered digital programs that help elect Democrats and advance progressive causes.
This role is a union position represented by the Campaign Workers Guild.
Responsibilities Act as the paid media client lead owning the growth of their digital fundraising program through multiple paid media channels: Meta, Search, P2P Texting, List Growth, and more
Develop, set, and execute all aspects of the client’s digital paid media fundraising strategy to meet client goals, including media planning, projections, and content development
Collaborate with internal paid media ad ops teams to execute and optimize all aspects of the client’s paid media program
Brainstorm and develop creative ideas for clients, write, fact-check, and proofread content
Ensure all content reflects the authentic and honest voice of the client, ensuring programs are unique, relevant, and timely
Respond to topics in real-time by drafting ads and texts in response to breaking news
Lead on relevant client communications
Contribute to a collaborative culture that helps improve our work product
Coordinate with designers, email strategists, and vendor partners to meet client needs
Stay informed on digital trends and new tools to make cutting-edge recommendations based on best practices
Tailor paid media fundraising strategies to the unique needs of each client and circumstance; seek opportunities to innovate
Evaluate and provide feedback on new digital tools and emerging technologies to improve programs and workflows
Perform other duties as needed
Qualifications Knowledge of the issues and a passion for electing Democratic candidates and advancing the progressive movement
Transferable experience from a previous role or a short period in a similar position
Experience with advertising platforms like Facebook and Google Ads and CRMs like NGP and ActionKit
Experience creating and setting strategy for a client
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
Experience in stakeholder or client management, copywriting, and digital ad campaigns
Proficient with Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel
Able to work extended hours when needed for rapid response moments
Eager to learn and self-educate
Attention to detail and perseverance
Support for progressive values and commitment to a diverse, safe workplace
Benefits 100% employer-paid health care, vision, and dental
100% employer-paid life insurance and disability
401(k) with 3% employer contribution plus an additional 2% employer match, fully vested on day one
4-day work week
Flexible vacation and sick leave
Generous paid parental leave and dependent care benefits
Flexible telecommute and remote work policies
Monthly phone reimbursement
Wellness and mental health benefits
Commuter benefits
Home office stipend or local hot desk
Student loan repayment assistance
And more
Additional Information Work environment: This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc.
Physical Demands: This is a largely sedentary role; the ability to look at screens for extended periods is required.
Authentic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Authentic’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or other classifications protected by applicable laws. Our mission is to create a safe workplace for all employees, where everyone has an opportunity to succeed, learn, grow, and make a real difference. People of color, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to complete job applications is prohibited by our hiring policies; applications submitted with AI will be discarded.
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