Hiring Manager Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week); Exempt; RegularTelecommute Agreement: Remote; Travel May Be RequiredSalary: 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, 2025About 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.
Primary Job Responsibilities:Content Strategy Development (40%)
Design and implement a cohesive, cross-platform content strategy for Rise's owned media channels
Launch and grow Rise's podcast initiative, identifying format, topics, and potential guests that will resonate with Gen Z audiences
Develop editorial calendars that align with Rise's mission and organizational priorities
Create measurement frameworks to track performance and audience growth across platforms
Stay current on digital media trends, platform algorithm changes, and content consumption patterns among young voters
Rise 25 Media Fellowship Support (30%)
Collaborate with the Fellowship team to design and deliver content strategy training modules
Provide ongoing mentorship to Fellows developing their personal platforms and content
Help Fellows translate their organizing experience into compelling digital narratives
Create resources and templates to support Fellows' content development efforts
Facilitate connections between Fellows and potential media partners, brands, or influencers
Content Production & Management (20%)
Oversee the production of high-quality multimedia content (social posts, videos, podcast episodes, etc.)
Ensure all content maintains a consistent voice that's authentic to Rise and resonates with Gen Z audiences
Develop content that effectively bridges political engagement with youth culture and interests
Create templates and systems that enable efficient content production and publication
Manage content calendar and ensure timely delivery across platforms
Team Collaboration (10%)
Work closely with organizing, communications, and fellowship teams to ensure content strategy supports broader organizational goals
Coordinate with external partners, influencers, and brands on collaborative content initiatives
Provide content expertise to other teams as needed for campaigns and initiatives
Report regularly on content performance and audience insights to inform organizational strategy
Other duties as assigned by National Leadership (CEO, COO, etc.)
3+ years of experience in digital content strategy, preferably with youth-focused brands or organizations
Proven track record of growing audiences and engagement on social platforms relevant to Gen Z
Experience developing and producing podcast content
Strong understanding of how digital content drives movement-building and political engagement
Excellent writing and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex political issues into relatable content
Experience mentoring others in content development or digital strategy
Passion for progressive politics and youth empowerment
Experience working in political campaigns, organizing, or advocacy
Background in training or curriculum development
Understanding of content analytics and performance measurement
Familiarity with the specific issues and cultural references that resonate with diverse Gen Z communities
Experience managing relationships with influencers, brands, or media partners
Portfolio demonstrating successful content campaigns that drove measurable engagement
Note: 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 or run into any submission issues, please contact mike@risefree.org.