ABOUT DEMOCRACY DOCKET

Democracy Docket is the leading digital news platform dedicated to information, analysis and opinion about voting rights and elections in the courts.
Founded in 2020 by Democratic voting rights attorney Marc Elias, Democracy Docket is a reliable source of news that delivers detailed analysis and expert commentary on voting rights and election litigation and policy that will shape our elections and democratic institutions for years to come. With a comprehensive database of over 1,000 cases, Democracy Docket tracks and reports on the latest election and voting-related litigation, providing filings, in-depth analysis and up-to-date developments about court proceedings.
We offer free daily and weekly newsletters to our over 400,000 subscribers as well as a premium membership with exclusive content. Our social media presence continues to grow with over 1 million total followers across our channels, including 400,000+ YouTube subscribers. By providing our readers with breaking news updates, long-form analysis pieces and op-eds from elected officials, legal experts and voting rights activists, Democracy Docket is committed to helping people better understand the greatest challenges facing voters and our democracy.

JOB OVERVIEW

As a Democracy Docket Social Media Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in executing our digital strategy across platforms with a primary focus on creating planned, social-first content and fostering meaningful community engagement. With over 1.3 million followers, we’re looking for a creative, strategic communicator who is passionate about democracy and sees social media as a powerful tool for impact and storytelling.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, newsroom environments while staying intentional and collaborative. They live and breathe social media, understand the nuances of each platform, and are always thinking social-first. They’re confident navigating start-up culture and deeply committed to showing up authentically in conversations that center vulnerable communities. They will help translate complex legal decisions into compelling, accessible content — contributing to a team that turns information into action.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in social media, digital content creation, or community management, ideally in a rapid response or fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal and political topics into clear, engaging, and accessible social-first content.
• Strong grasp of storytelling tailored to social platforms, with an understanding of trends, algorithms, and the evolving digital landscape.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Experience with graphic and video editing tools such as CapCut, Adobe Creative Suites, Canva, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of and/or passion for U.S. politics, legal advocacy, and civil rights issues is essential.
• Familiarity with social media analytics and the ability to interpret data to inform and optimize content strategy.
• Comfortable appearing on camera for short-form video content is a plus.

• Planned Content & Strategy:
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• Write and schedule timely, engaging social media content that amplifies Democracy Docket’s original reporting and extends the lifecycle of published stories across text-based platforms (e.g., Bluesky, Threads, Facebook, X).

• Create visually compelling content for Instagram and other visual storytelling platforms, from concept through execution.
• Partner closely with the News, Research, and Growth teams to support broader organizational goals.
• Design Instagram carousels and collaborate with the graphic designer on promotional and merchandise-related content.
• Pitch, script, film, edit, and post short-form vertical video content (e.g., Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts) in line with platform best practices and strategy.
• Community Management
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• Monitor and engage with audiences daily — especially on Instagram, but also on Bluesky, X, LinkedIn, and Facebook — to cultivate a vibrant, informed community.

• Respond to comments and questions, moderate discussions, and identify opportunities for authentic interactions with users and partner organizations.
• Track social media trends and audience insights to inform content and engagement strategies.
• Regularly report on audience engagement, trends, and platform performance to the Social Content and Strategy Manager and broader team.
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• Support digital and social media projects as needed, contributing to the flexibility and innovation of a growing team.