We are excited that you are interested in working with us to build youth political power!
See below for current opportunities to work with us!
We are excited that you are interested in working with us to build youth political power!
See below for current opportunities to work with us!
Hiring Manager Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week); Exempt; Regular
Telecommute Agreement: Remote; Travel May Required
Salary: The Content Development Manager position has a full salary range of $65,000 - $90,000. Our salary placement approach considers both internal equity and opportunities for professional growth. As a result, candidates are typically placed between the minimum and maximum of $65,000 - $70,000 based on their skills, experience, and alignment with the role’s requirements. This ensures fairness among team members in similar positions while allowing for progression within the role over time. The salary does not include additional benefits offered to full-time employees, such as generous paid time off, health insurance (fully covered base medical plan and 99% covered vision and dental plan), and professional development.
Anticipated Start Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
About Rise:
Rise's mission is to unleash Gen Z's political power by connecting passion to action. We develop young leaders, unite diverse voices, and create digital and real-world spaces where youth can transform their biggest concerns into meaningful progressive change. Additionally, we leverage storytelling to ensure progressive values shape mainstream culture and policy. Rise exists to ensure that politics isn't something that happens to us—it's something we shape.
Position Summary:
The Content Development Manager will be a critical force in driving Rise's new media and narrative-focused strategy through authentic and relatable content. This role will expand the base of young progressives by creating compelling digital assets that speak to the many issues impacting young people across the country. The ideal candidate will build audiences for Rise's podcasts and social media channels while helping drive the content strategy for the Rise 25 Media Fellowship.
Summarized Primary Job Responsibilities:
Content Strategy Development (40%): Develop and implement a cross-platform content strategy that aligns with Rise’s mission, including launching a podcast, creating editorial calendars, and tracking audience engagement. Stay informed on digital trends and platform changes to optimize content that resonates with Gen Z audiences.
Rise 25 Media Fellowship Support (30%): Mentor Fellows in building their personal platforms by providing training, resources, and guidance on content strategy and digital storytelling. Facilitate connections with media partners, brands, and influencers to enhance their content reach and impact.
Content Production & Management (20%): Oversee the creation of high-quality multimedia content that blends political engagement with youth culture, ensuring a consistent and authentic voice. Develop efficient content production systems, manage the content calendar, and maintain timely delivery across platforms.
Team Collaboration (10%): Work closely with internal teams and external partners to align content strategy with organizational goals and campaigns. Provide content expertise, report on performance insights, and contribute to collaborative media initiatives.
Required Qualifications:
At a minimum, the candidate has to have 3+ years of experience in digital content strategy, particularly with youth-focused brands or organizations, and a proven ability to grow Gen Z audiences across social platforms. They should also have strong storytelling skills, experience in podcast production, a deep understanding of digital content’s role in movement-building, a passion for progressive politics and youth empowerment, and mentoring experience in content development or digital strategy.
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate would preferably have experience in political campaigns, organizing, or advocacy, as well as a background in training or curriculum development. They would be skilled in content analytics, culturally attuned to diverse Gen Z audiences, experienced in managing influencer and media partnerships, and possess a portfolio that showcases successful, high-engagement content campaigns.
Review the full job description with job responsibilities here.
Hiring Manager Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week); Exempt; Regular
Telecommute Agreement: Remote; Travel May Required
Salary: The Communications Manager position has a full salary range of $65,000 - $90,000. However, aligned with our DEI practices, we typically bring in candidates between the minimum and maximum of $65,000 - $70,000. This does not include additional benefits offered to full-time employees, such as generous paid time off, health insurance (fully covered base medical plan and 99% covered vision and dental plan), and professional development.
Anticipated Start Date: TBD
About Rise:
Rise's mission is to unleash Gen Z's political power by connecting passion to action. We develop young leaders, unite diverse voices, and create digital and real-world spaces where youth can transform their biggest concerns into meaningful progressive change. Additionally, we leverage storytelling to ensure progressive values shape mainstream culture and policy. Rise exists to ensure that politics isn't something that happens to us—it's something we shape.
Position Summary:
The Communications Manager will lead Rise's strategic communications efforts, amplifying youth voices and driving narrative change around youth political engagement. This role combines strategic leadership, creative storytelling, and digital expertise to advance Rise's mission of mobilizing Gen Z's political power. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to youth leadership and political power, a strong sense of political strategy and narrative, an ability to work collaboratively across teams and with youth leaders, an adaptability and comfort with rapid change, a creative problem-solving approach, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Summarized Primary Job Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Planning: Develop and execute communication strategies that elevate Rise’s mission and youth voices, manage media relationships, oversee paid media partnerships, and lead crisis communications.
Team Management: Mentor and guide the communications and content team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Content Strategy & Development: Oversee content creation, storytelling, and brand consistency across all platforms to engage Gen Z audiences and showcase Rise’s impact.
Digital Communications: Lead social media strategy, digital campaigns, email marketing, and innovation in digital storytelling while managing vendor relationships.
Media Relations: Serve as the primary media contact, secure coverage, prepare spokespeople, draft press materials, and monitor news trends.
Movement Communications: Develop messaging strategies for youth advocacy, support youth leaders in amplifying their voices, and collaborate on organizing efforts.
Required Qualifications:
7+ years of communications experience, with at least 3 years in leadership roles; Proven track record in political, advocacy, or movement communications; Experience managing high-performing communications teams; Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in strategic communications and storytelling; Deep understanding of digital platforms and their strategic use; Experience working with the press and serving as an organizational spokesperson; Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities; Experience with digital analytics and data-driven decision-making; Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, campaign-style environments; Strong project management and team leadership skills; and a Deep understanding of youth culture and Gen Z communication preferences.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in youth organizing or youth-centered organizations; Understanding of political organizing and movement building; Experience working with diverse communities; Familiarity with the current political landscape and youth political engagement; Background in digital organizing or digital advocacy; Proficiency with advocacy CRM tools such as EveryAction, NGPVAN, or Action Network; and a Familiarity with CMS tools like WordPress and social media management platforms
Note: Candidates with extensive leadership experience and strategic expertise may be considered for the Director of Communications title, while those with strong foundational experience may be hired as Communications Manager with opportunities for advancement. The salary would be adjusted accordingly if the Director title is granted.
Review the full job description with job responsibilities here.
Rise is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups.
If you have any questions about working with Rise, please contact Mike Grey (Director of Operations) at [email protected].
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