Social Media Coordinator Volunteer

Keith Wilson is running for mayor of Portland to build a future for our city and end unsheltered homelessness within 12 months. The campaign seeks a motivated, creative Social Media Coordinator for a volunteer opportunity. Commitment will be an estimated 4-6 hours per week from May - August, with an optional extension to election day in November. This is a volunteer position.

Volunteers will join a fast-paced mayoral campaign and gain hands-on experience from Keith, his staff, and campaign consultants. It’s a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and exposure to local politics while helping build a new generation of city leadership.

If you care about democratic politics, campaign communications, our beautiful city, and the health and happiness of our neighbors, this opportunity may be right for you! Learn more about Keith’s platform and experience at https://www.keithwilsonformayor.com/.

Areas of Responsibility

• Conceptualize, implement, and maintain social media strategy across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Coordinate with our Communications Director, Campaign Manager, and political consultants to develop and execute a social media engagement strategy that aligns with campaign goals
• Monitor, track, and analyze the performance of our social media campaign, including public feedback
• Capture and create original photos, graphics, and content
• Stay up to date on social media trends, flag trending topics and engagement opportunities
• Shadow Keith to create/post behind-the-scenes and event content

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of social media, specifically Facebook and Instagram
• Strong knowledge and interest in local politics
• Superior writing, editing, and communication, ability to take constructive feedback
• Self-motivated and able to operate independently
• Previous professional experience or coursework demonstrating social media or political aptitude
• Preferred enrolled (or recent graduate) pursuing a marketing or political science degree, or commensurate experience
• Must be highly attuned to the power of language and representation, able to recognize the lived experiences of a diverse audience, particularly the communities we aim to reach

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and a brief cover letter to info@keithwilsonformayor.com by May 1st. Please provide any examples of social media management or strategy. The samples may be professional, coursework, or mockups, whatever you believe would be most compelling for the campaign.

Keith Wilson for Portland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Please note this opportunity may require some evening and weekend hours, especially leading up to the election.