Social and Digital Media Associate

Boston, MA (Hybrid)

$72K/yr – $80K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

ACLUM is seeking a social media professional to create and post content, manage publishing calendars, and design brand-consistent graphics. The role includes field content capture, asset management, website updates, partner toolkits, engagement monitoring, and post-approval coordination, with analytics and trend monitoring. Ideal candidates have at least two years of experience, strong video/photo/graphics skills, and experience with WordPress; Meltwater is a plus. Benefits include a 401(k) with match, health coverage, and paid time off.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • creating and posting content for ACLUM’s social media channels
  • managing ACLUM’s publishing calendar for these platforms
  • creating social media graphics in alignment with the ACLUM brand and copy standards
  • capturing photo and video content in the field
  • creating social media toolkits for partners to amplify ACLUM’s messaging
  • maintaining the department’s digital asset library
  • updating ACLUM’s public-facing website
  • Develop and maintain the departmental calendar for publishing social media content.
  • Write, edit, design and post high-quality social content to ACLUM’s core platforms on a daily basis, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, Instagram, and TikTok.
  • Facilitate the approval process for all social media posts to be posted on ACLUM’s official digital platforms, including reviews by directors across departments and the National ACLU communications team, as applicable.

Requirements

  • Minimum of two years of professional experience creating social content and managing multiple social media platforms for a public advocacy, educational, political, nonprofit, or corporate entity.
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, or related field preferred.
  • Strong video shooting and editing skills, with a focus on short-form content for TikTok and Instagram.
  • Proficiency in photography and use of photographic equipment and editing applications.
  • Strong graphic design skills, with a focus on social media graphics across platforms.
  • Experience with social media scheduling tools; experience with Meltwater preferred.
  • Proven ability to effectively coordinate content across multiple platforms and publication deadlines.
  • Proven ability to remain highly organized, with meticulous attention to detail, in a fast-paced environment with tight delivery timeframes.
  • Experience in pulling and analyzing social media analytics across platforms.
  • Experience in website management and maintenance; experience with WordPress preferred.

Preferred

  • Experience with Meltwater preferred.
  • Interest in and aptitude for creative approaches to engaging and growing audiences while remaining tightly aligned with brand voice and values.

Benefits

  • Benefits include 401(k) plan plus employer match, medical and dental insurance, and paid vacation and holidays. Reimbursement for mileage may be provided in accordance with ACLUM policies, when applicable.
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National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide.Founded by 44 men and women on December 12, 1975, in Washington, D.C., NABJ is the largest organization of journalists of color in the nation.Each year, NABJ awards nearly $100,000 in scholarships and internships to college and high school students nationwide, as well as fellowships for seasoned professionals.The NABJ Media Institute provides professional development and technical training for black journalists at venues across the country.NABJ is headquartered on the campus of the University of Maryland-College Park.

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220 employees (48 in marketing)

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Direct
52.8%
Referral
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Social
20.8%
Paid
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