Social Video Manager, Communications

Overview The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is seeking a dynamic Social Video Manager with a passion for digital storytelling and creative content to join its communications team in Washington, DC. This is a full-time position with an anticipated duration of 24 months. Based in Dupont Circle, this role will focus on increasing Carnegie's video-based output on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and will involve collaboration with scholars and networks of creators to develop and share strategies for engaging, fact-based content in the evolving new media landscape. Responsibilities Increase Carnegie’s video output on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Train and coach scholars in best practices for short-form video. Create compelling short-form video content. Connect Carnegie scholars to networks of creators. Produce a strategy blueprint that can be shared with similarly positioned organizations. Direct strategy and creative ideation to reach audiences via short-form video. Shoot and edit video content. Work directly with scholars to improve delivery and storytelling. Facilitate shared learnings across Carnegie and partner organizations. Qualifications 4 to 7+ years of experience in communications, with at least 2 years dedicated to social video production. Experience collaborating with content creators, journalists, academics, or digital storytellers, with a strong grasp of building and engaging audiences around fact-based content. Deep understanding of social video platforms, particularly TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts; ability to tailor content for each platform. Proven ability to produce compelling video content and to set and adjust strategy based on trends; strong editorial judgment and news instincts. Experience managing a social media budget and training others who are new to engaging with social media is a plus. Ability to work with scholars to improve delivery and storytelling and to share learnings across organizations. Location: Dupont Circle, Washington, DC. Hybrid work schedule is required (in-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays). Location, Compensation, and How to Apply Located in Dupont Circle, Carnegie Endowment offers an outstanding work environment and generous benefits (including health insurance). The anticipated salary range is $85,000 – $105,000, commensurate with experience. Those with experience outside of DC or the foreign policy space are welcome to apply. This position operates on a hybrid basis with in-office work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. How to Apply Please apply via the Carnegie Endowment website by providing a resume/CV and a cover letter describing your interest and experience with short-form video. Include 2–3 links to videos you have produced or edited in your application. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal Employment Opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr