Job Title: Digital Engagement Director – Office of the Democratic Leader
Location: Washington, D.C.
Reports To: Communications Director
Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Entry Level
Overview:
The Office of the Democratic Leader is seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Digital Engagement Director to join our communications team. The Digital Engagement Director will be primarily responsible for strategizing compelling, high-impact video, audio and visual content for the Leader’s official channels across social media platforms. The Digital Engagement Director will collaborate with colleagues to relentlessly propose text-based posts as well as ideas for video and image-based platforms. Finally, the Digital Engagement Director will gather data and analytics and design strategies for increasing the Leader’s reach, impact and following across platforms. The ideal candidate has experience in video editing and social media management, understands the digital media landscape and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead collaborative content brainstorming and planning process on a daily, weekly and monthly basis, in addition to spotting real-time opportunities for rapid response and identifying relevant trends.
- Amplify content by identifying and engaging with aligned content creators, influencers and key voices.
- Monitor the work of House Democrats—including committee hearings, floor activity, press conferences, media interviews and events—to identify and elevate powerful moments.
- Collaborate closely with policy, press and digital colleagues to ensure content is aligned with the Leader’s voice, goals and message strategy.
- Track and report engagement metrics across platforms, using data to inform ongoing content planning.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in video, audio and visual content creation for political, media or advocacy organizations.
- Expertise in editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Veed, Photoshop and Illustrator (or equivalent tools).
- Deep understanding of social media platforms, audience behaviors and platform-specific best practices.
- Strong political acumen and familiarity with Democratic priorities and the legislative process.
- Proven ability to move quickly, manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and respond in real-time to breaking news and political developments.
- Excellent judgment, storytelling instincts and a collaborative approach.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a congressional, campaign or political office.
- Familiarity with analytics tools to evaluate content performance.
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a close-knit, high-performing team.
Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with experience.