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Job Title: Writers’ Room Pod Anchor

Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)

Job Type: Contract (30 hours/week)

Term: Immediately - October 10, 2025

Compensation: $1,000 per month (creators who are designated anchors will receive an additional $1,000 per month)

About Watering Hole Media (WHM) WHM: Watering Hole Media (WHM) is a social impact media company seeking to open minds, activate change, and win for the people. WHM meets the audience where they are by fostering a safe space for people to come together and have difficult conversations, nourish themselves, and bring new perspectives back into their communities. WHM envisions a world where stories and conversations spark change by compelling people to act to address social injustice and save democracy.

Writers' Room Overview The Writers' Room for the Movement is a paid fellowship for creators focused on politics, culture, and current affairs. These creators will be empowered with the resources and support to activate their platforms to inform and mobilize their audience.

About the Role We are seeking a sharp, creative, and community-oriented Writers’ Room Pod Anchor to join our team for a fall contract. You will serve as a vital player in expanding WHM’s reach and visibility by shaping the day-to-day flow of content across our digital channels.

This role is perfect for someone who is both fluent in online culture and deeply connected to social justice conversations. You will work in close coordination with our production, campaign, and digital teams to publish compelling content that highlights our weekly web series, on-the-ground interviews, and influencer-driven campaigns. This role blends editorial insight, platform fluency, and a knack for spotting the moment before it trends.

Key Responsibilities Creator Engagement and Community Leadership

• Provide the Anchor’s Welcome. Act as the primary point of contact and mentor for the pod of creators, supporting their creative process while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive community.
• Coordinate group discussions, content brainstorms, and feedback sessions to encourage collaboration and inspiration.
• Track and amplify the creators' work to ensure consistent alignment with Watering Hole Media’s core values and objectives.

Content Oversight and Curation

• Ensure that all content created within the pod is aligned with the mission of WHM, focusing on social justice, diversity, and thought-provoking storytelling.
• Curate and help refine content themes, ensuring high-quality visuals, messaging, and impact.
• Oversee the production of digital content, ensuring a consistent brand voice and visual identity across platforms.

Performance Monitoring and Support

• Monitor content performance across various platforms, using insights to guide creators towards maximizing impact and engagement.
• Provide regular feedback to creators on their content, helping them evolve and refine their digital storytelling techniques.
• Help creators set and achieve personal content goals, while supporting the overall pod’s success.

Collaboration with Other Teams

• Work closely with the Content, Digital Strategy, and Marketing teams to ensure the creator pod’s output is incorporated into broader campaigns and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Director of Digital Strategy to track creator content impact, analyze audience engagement, and adjust strategies as needed.

Creator Program Development

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Creator Program by suggesting new strategies for recruitment, engagement, and content amplification.
• Propose and lead initiatives to expand the reach and diversity of the creator pod, bringing in new voices and perspectives to further diversify content.

Advocacy and Thought Leadership

• Act as an ambassador for Watering Hole Media’s mission, advocating for the
• Creator Program’s values in public forums, industry events, and media outreach.
• Engage in thought leadership opportunities, sharing insights on digital media, social justice, and creator economy trends.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong background in digital media content creation, with experience in video production, graphic design, social media strategy, and podcasting.
• Passion for social justice and content creation that drives cultural change.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Proven ability to manage creative teams and work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable with data analysis tools to track performance and engagement metrics.
• Experience working with BIPOC communities and a deep understanding of the need for diverse representation in media.

How to Apply If you are interested, please email your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] with “Pod Anchor Application” in the subject line of the email. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Watering Hole Media is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications from BIPOC candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented communities. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.