Senior Manager (New Media)

## Job Type
Full-time

## Description
States United Democracy Center, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to the rule of law and free, fair, and secure elections, is seeking a Senior Manager (New Media) to join its Media Relations team within the Communications department.

## Job Overview
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Media Relations, the Senior Manager (New Media) supports the development and implementation of innovative new media strategies that complement earned media efforts and help reach priority audiences. This role plays a key role in expanding the organization’s digital reach by building and managing relationships with content creators, digital media partners, and vendors who can help amplify the organization’s mission, messages, and campaigns.

The Senior Manager (New Media) identifies, cultivates, and manages partnerships with digital creators, podcast hosts, online publishers, and other emerging media platforms to advance the organization’s communications goals. This role works closely with the broader communications team to translate States United programmatic work (research, message testing, legal cases) into compelling digital content opportunities that resonate across new media channels.

## Responsibilities
– **Perform duties** in accordance with States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
– **Identify and cultivate relationships** with content creators, podcast hosts, vendors, and emerging media outlets aligned with the organization’s mission, communications strategy, and target audiences.
– **Support new media strategies** that complement earned media and advance organizational campaigns and priorities.
– **Identify opportunities** to connect States United experts with content creators that expand the organization’s reach and engagement.
– **Negotiate and manage partnerships** with content creators to ensure alignment with organizational goals and messaging.
– **Coordinate and track participation** in States United campaigns, events, and communications initiatives.
– **Track emerging trends** in social platforms, digital storytelling, and creator ecosystems to inform forward‑looking strategies.
– **Draft messaging materials** including briefs, creator talking points, and partnership materials.
– **Collaborate with internal teams** to translate complex policy issues into accessible digital narratives and content opportunities.
– **Align media outreach** between traditional media and new media efforts.
– **Assist spokespeople** for podcast interviews, livestreams, and other digital media opportunities.
– **Monitor new media coverage** and creator activity related to the organization’s work and mission.
– **Track performance metrics** and provide reporting on reach, engagement, and overall impact.
– **Other communications tasks** as required.

## Requirements

### Minimum Requirements
– **Bachelor’s degree** in Communications, Digital Media, Marketing, Public Affairs, or related fields.
– **Eight years of experience** in digital communications, creator engagement, media relations, or social media strategy.
– **Experience building relationships** with creators, podcast hosts, or digital media platforms.
– **Strong understanding** of emerging social platforms, digital content ecosystems, and audiences.
– **Experience managing partnerships** or vendors related to digital campaigns.
– **Strong writing skills** including drafting briefs or talking points for digital creators.
– **Attention to detail** and ability to translate complex legal and research issues into accessible information.
– **Ability to manage projects** and timelines in fast‑paced communications environments.
– **Collaborative work style** in a demanding environment.
– **Familiarity with analytics tools** and social media monitoring platforms.
– **Willingness to travel** up to 15% for relationship building, conferences, and meetings.
– **Willingness to work extended hours** as necessary.
– **Professionalism and diplomacy** in interactions with senior professionals and government officials.
– **Positive attitude** and demonstrated concern for people and community.

### Preferred Qualifications
– **Experience in democracy or civic engagement** strongly preferred.

We welcome and encourage individuals to apply even if they do not have all or any of the preferred qualifications listed above.

## Cover Letter
Only applications with cover letters included will be considered.

## Compensation + Benefits
– Annual salary will start at **$110,000+**, commensurate with experience.
– States United Democracy Center offers generous benefits including 100% employer‑paid health, vision, and dental plans plus matching retirement plans.

We have offices located in Boston, MA; Brooklyn, NY; and Washington, DC. This position may also be remote within the United States, with travel to attend organizational and team meetings and conferences, and other travel as needed.

States United values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

## Salary Description
$110,000+ DOE

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