Role Overview

Produce 2-3 original vertical videos per week, a mix of pieces you create directly and pieces you direct volunteers and creators to make, tied to the news cycle, social trends, and our swing-state programs.
Direct the creator production process end-to-end: own video production end-to-end, from scripting through filming, editing, and incorporating feedback in post.
Identify, onboard, and develop volunteer creators, mentoring them in video best practices, storytelling, and editorial alignment with STV's voice and values.
Draft engaging social copy, titles, and on-screen text to complement each video and maximize viewer interest and shareability.
Monitor canvass WhatsApp groups and volunteer relationships for footage, photos, and stories to fuel video content; build connections with volunteers to support them in sharing their stories on camera.
Identify trends and formats in the vertical video space and quickly produce content that aligns with STV’s mission and goals.
Collaborate with the communications team on distribution strategy for creator videos across platforms.
Meet quick deadlines to ensure videos are relevant, algorithm-friendly, and engaging to drive organic growth for STV channels.
Collaborate across the organization to support fundraising, recruitment, events, and educational programming.
Help manage the volunteer communications committee, leveraging volunteers with comms and digital organizing experience to expand our capacity
ensure clear structure, effective facilitation, and role/assignment clarity.
Relational recruitment of people to volunteer with Seed the Vote, particularly to doorknock in key swing districts.
Participate in staff-wide spaces & activities.

Requirements

2+ years of progressive digital communications experience, with a strong video or short-form component.
Demonstrated track record producing vertical video that performs, ideally on TikTok, Reels, and/or YouTube Shorts, in electoral, advocacy, basebuilding, or non-profit settings.
Proficiency with video production and editing tools (e.g., CapCut, Premiere, or equivalent).
Experience directing, coaching, or collaborating with other creators or editors.
Strong scripting, writing, and editing skills with message discipline.
Ability to work fast and juggle multiple videos against tight, news-driven deadlines.
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and experience working with grassroots organizations.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits, as a temporary, part-time position.

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