Christopher Street Project: Social Media Manager

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Christopher Street Project is hiring a part-time Social Media Associate to manage the organization’s digital communications.

About Christopher Street Project

The Christopher Street Project (CSP) was founded in January 2025 in response to the escalating political attacks on trans people. CSP envisions a future in America where trans rights are never up for negotiation. CSP builds and leverages collective power for transgender people across the country. We work to hold policymakers accountable on their commitments to trans people, and fight back against attacks on our existence.

Description

Role: Social Media Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Compensation: $25.00 per hour

Classification: Part-time, up to 20 hours per week

Priority applications will be considered through August 17th, with rolling applications being considered through August 21st.

Role Overview:

Christopher Street Project is hiring a part-time Social Media Manager to manage the organization’s digital communications. Applicants should have strong writing, organizational, and computer skills; excellent attention to detail; and the ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and take initiative in a fast-paced political environment. The ideal candidate will have experience creating social media content, familiarity with platforms such as Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok, and Facebook, and a strong interest in progressive politics and/or LGBTQ+ advocacy. Experience with graphic design, video editing, and social media analytics is required.

The Social Media Manager position is part-time and paid at $25.00 per hour. The position is limited to approximately 20 hours per week and is primarily remote, with occasional opportunities to support in-person events. Only applicants in the United States will be considered, priority for candidates who are based in Eastern Standard Time.

Responsibilities:

• Run the day-to-day operation of our social media accounts

• Prepare content to review at weekly check-in, including graphics and videos

• Be available for rapid response to high-stakes political and legislative moments

• Create graphics for social media, events, and campaigns

• Maintain a content calendar

• Monitor news for rapid-response opportunities

• Craft digital toolkits for major campaigns (ex. Trans Day of Visibility)

• Craft content plans for events and incorporate those plans into the existing content calendar (ex. fundraisers)

• Collaborate with contracted digital fundraising and public relations firms

• Coordinate cross-posting and content amplification with coalition partners and endorsers

• Build relationships with creators, influencers, partner organizations, and elected officials’ digital teams

• Monitor performance analytics to improve reach and engagement

• Manage paid advertising on social media platforms

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience managing social media accounts for an organization, campaign, elected official, nonprofit, brand, or similar entity.

• Demonstrated experience with graphic design, video editing, and social media analytics is required.

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex political and policy issues into concise and engaging digital content.

• Familiarity with major social media platforms, including Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

• Experience using design and video-editing tools. Options may include Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or similar platforms.

• Ability to interpret performance data and use analytics to improve content, reach, and engagement.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and respond quickly in a fast-paced political environment.

• Personal experience with the issue area is preferred.

Role Compensation:

• $25.00 per hour with approximately 20 hours per week

• Sick time eligible

• Excellent work-life balance, with a highly supportive and communicative team

We value diversity, equity and inclusion. Christopher Street Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of our community.