Social Media Specialist

WHO WE ARE

ActBlue is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating cutting-edge technology that fuels Democratic victories and enables progressive causes to thrive.

Our vision is simple : building change through the power of people. Since our founding, we’ve been building innovative solutions to revolutionize grassroots fundraising – if you’ve donated to a Democratic campaign or a progressive organization online, you’ve probably used our platform! We believe in putting power in the hands of small-dollar donors by helping thousands of groups — from local candidates to national movements — mobilize their communities and create a lasting impact. Every member of our team is deeply committed to advancing our shared mission and core values. Together, we are shaping the future of democracy.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Social Media Specialist, you will develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies that amplify ActBlue's mission and engage progressive communities across all major platforms. You'll create compelling content that drives organic growth while navigating the dynamic progressive political landscape with strategic precision – staying at the forefront of advocacy without crossing critical lines. This role requires a creative strategist who can balance authentic engagement with political awareness, ensuring our voice resonates powerfully within the progressive tech space while maintaining professional standards and organizational integrity.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies across all major platforms (Twitter / X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Threads)
• Create and manage a strategic content calendar that aligns with organizational goals and political moments
• Produce high-quality original content, including graphics, videos, and written posts, using industry-standard tools
• Execute video content creation and editing for multiple platforms and formats
• Monitor and engage with progressive political conversations, identifying opportunities for authentic participation
• Conduct competitive analysis and trend monitoring within the political tech and progressive advocacy space
• Navigate sensitive political content with strategic judgment, staying "right up to the edge without crossing the line"
• Build and execute organic growth strategies focused on community building and authentic engagement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (fundraising, advocacy, product, communications) to amplify campaigns
• Develop and maintain relationships with progressive influencers, partner organizations, and thought leaders
• Create and manage social media reporting dashboards for the leadership team and executive leadership team (ELT)
• Analyze performance metrics and provide strategic insights to inform future content and engagement strategies
• Establish community management protocols and engagement guidelines
• Optimize posting schedules and content formats based on platform-specific best practices and audience behavior
• Support live event coverage and real-time political moment amplification

WHAT YOU BRING

WORK & BENEFITS SNAPSHOT

This posting is for a full-time, remote, salaried position. Travel may be required on a limited basis to attend all-staff and departmental retreats (1-2 times per year), and additional travel may be required for select positions.

Registered States

Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Washington D.C.

Work Schedule : This role requires availability during established, regular business hours (Mon-Fri).

Work Environment : Employees can expect to work with distributed teams across all U.S. time zones. Our roles require extended technology usage, and proficiency with virtual communication tools such as Zoom and Slack. Regular attendance in virtual meetings is inherent to every position.

Salary Range Details :

Salary Range : $$71,050 - $85,000 - $98,900

ActBlue is committed to consistent compensation practices across our organization. Final salary offers will take into account factors such as candidate experience, interview performance and current team salary parity.

Benefits :