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Activism Digital Content CreatorInstitute for Justice • Arlington, VA, US
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Activism Digital Content Creator

Activism Digital Content Creator

Institute for Justice • Arlington, VA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

The Institute for Justice seeks a creative professional to join our Activism team as a Content Creator at our headquarters in Arlington, VA.  IJ’s multi-faceted Activism team challenges and reforms local and state policies and laws in the areas of economic liberty, property rights, and government accountability.

We achieve change through strategic advocacy in city halls, state legislatures, and communities. Our tools include public education, lobbying and testifying, coalition building, community outreach, publishing research and recommendations, public speaking, media engagement, hosting events and demonstrations, and most importantly for our Content Creator : storytelling.

This position will help expand our social media presence of our top four initiatives : Americans Against Qualified Immunity; Beauty, Not Barriers; The Barber Project; and Cities Work. This role will focus on creating engaging, daily content for Facebook, Instagram, and X, and building out short form video accounts from the ground up.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about justice, digital storytelling, and creating viral content with proven experience in video editing and content creation. This position offers opportunities for travel to gather content, professional development, and long-term growth. The Content Creator will join a collaborative, close-knit team and should thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven, collegial environment.

Responsibilities :

  • Content Creation :

Work with project managers to :

Develop visually engaging Instagram / Facebook posts (carousels, infographics, reels).

  • Edit short-form video content to post across multiple platforms for Americans Against Qualified Immunity; Beauty, Not Barriers; and The Barber Project.
  • Ensure all content created aligns with the brands’ mission and messaging.
  • Create graphics for engaging LinkedIn posts / ads for our Cities Work brand.
  • Social Media Growth & Strategy :

    • Research trends on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube to create viral content; suggest strategies to optimize engagement with target audiences.

  • Optimize videos for maximum reach using trending audio, hashtags, and captions.
  • Editing & Production :

    • Source and edit high-quality clips, graphics, and text overlays.

  • Use tools like CapCut, Adobe Premiere, Canva, or other editing software.
  • Advocacy & Research :

    • Stay informed on issues related to our initiatives to add to the content pipeline.

  • Assist in identifying stories, data points, or quotes that can be translated into visual content from IJ’s website and publications and other news sources.

    • Qualifications :

  • Recent graduate; focus on Media Studies, Marketing, Journalism, Political Science, or a related field is a bonus.
  • Experience with video editing (CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or similar) and graphic design (Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or similar).
  • Familiarity with TikTok trends, Instagram Reels, and short-form content strategies.
  • Strong visual and storytelling skills.
  • Passion for justice and activism.

    • Success Looks Like :

  • A steady output of high-quality, on-brand, engaging content across platforms that meets goals and metrics determined by managers.
  • Growth in engagement and reach on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
  • Proactive suggestions for fresh content ideas rooted in trend research.
  • A collaborative spirit that contributes to the momentum and visibility of our campaigns.

    • Benefits :

  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Flexible work hours with our core business hours of 10am and 4pm
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)
  • Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans
  • HSA employer contributions
  • 401(k) with employer matches
  • Smart casual dress code with casual Fridays
  • Generous PTO package of accruing sick and vacation hours in addition to a paid personal day and floating and traditional holidays

    • To Apply :

    To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter detailing why you’re interested in working for the Institute for Justice, and a digital content sample or portfolio.

    IJ is an equal opportunity employer.

    Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

    To learn more about our culture and benefits, visit our Working at IJ page. No phone calls please.

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