Washington Press Club Foundation - Social Media Fellow

Client: Washington Press Club Foundation

Location: Remote

Contract: Temporary

Job Description

A nationally recognized journalism organization has established a fellowship for a social media content specialist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective social media strategies to expand our audience. This role requires a deep understanding of various social media platforms plus the ability to devise creative and compelling content for our specific target audiences. This is a part time, remote contract of approximately 10 hours per week for an initial 16-week period, with an expectation of four to five high quality social media postings per week across a broad spectrum of platforms. This contract will begin on September 1, 2025, with the option to extend for an additional 16 weeks. A $200 weekly stipend is provided.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies across multiple platforms to increase awareness and engagement with specific target audiences.
• Develop engaging and relevant platform-specific content for target audiences across a variety of social media platforms, including but not limited to: Facebook, X, Bluesky, Instagram, Reddit, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Implement social media strategies that promote the organization’s history, activities, and events to raise awareness of the organization’s current programs.
• Create content tailored to prospective journalists that will enhance their journalistic skills and encourage them to pursue a career in covering politics.
• Develop cross-promotion opportunities with organizations that may be included in the organization’s audio or archival materials.
• Report on audience reactions per types of posts and platforms.
• Advise on strategies to increase the organization’s rank on main SEO’s.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices in digital marketing, SEO, and e-commerce strategies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in social media marketing.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and trends.
• Ability to create engaging content.
• Experience with social media management tools.
• Consistent awareness of current events, specifically political and national events.
• General knowledge of American history, women’s issues, and the journalism profession preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and access online materials across multiple platforms such as Dropbox, Vimeo, and YouTube.
• Proficiency in digital marketing techniques including SEO and e-commerce strategies.
• Familiarity with relationship management tools and techniques.

Additional Information

To apply, send a resume and cover letter outlining social media experience and any samples of relevant recent work.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: Up to $200.00 per week

Schedule: Choose your own hours

Work Location: Remote