Responsibilities

• Own and manage DC CAP’s editorial content calendar across digital platforms
• Develop compelling, audience-centered content that advances organizational priorities and strengthens engagement
• Write and edit high-quality copy across social media, email, web, campaigns, executive messaging, and storytelling initiatives
• Collaborate across departments to translate complex programmatic work into clear, compelling public-facing content
• Build systems in collaboration with Communications Director for story collection, student storytelling, and content sourcing across the organization
• Produce digital storytelling content, with a focus on student voices, program impact, and organizational initiatives
• Assist with content capture at in-person events and support real-time storytelling
• Draft and implement digital plans outlining campaign goals, target audiences, content strategies, and engagement tactics
• Collaborate with DC CAP teams to design and execute coordinated rollout plans around key moments, campaigns, and events
• Assist with in-house production of visual and multimedia assets, collaborating with external design and video partners as needed for bigger projects or engagements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, digital media, marketing, or related field
• 5+ years of experience managing digital communications, social media management, content strategy, or marketing required; experience in nonprofit, education, advocacy, or mission-driven environments preferred
• A portfolio that demonstrates hands-on content creation, not just strategy decks or campaign plans, but actual posts, graphics, videos, and copy you personally produced
• Proven experience managing organizational social media accounts and digital campaigns
• Proficiency in digital design tools, including Canva and/or Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
• Comfort navigating content management systems, such as Webflow or similar tools, to support basic updates and content publishing
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects on tight deadlines
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to create engaging content for various audiences
• Strong interest in higher education access, youth development, and storytelling for impact
• Occasional local travel and limited evening or after-hours availability may be required for events and special initiatives

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit, education, advocacy, or mission-driven environments preferred