Digital Communications Manager

ABOUT OHIO

State Parties are responsible for building infrastructure necessary for successful candidate campaigns up and down the ballot. Over the last few years, Ohio Democrats built a year-round organizing model driven by local community activists and volunteers. Ohio Dems are testing new technology and programs to build a modern, data-driven and nimble force to elect Democrats statewide now and in the future. In 2026, every statewide office will be on the ballot – including the governor’s race and a special election to elect a U.S. Senator in the seat currently occupied by appointed Senator Jon Husted. With 3 DCCC Frontline Races to protect and 3 additional seats targeted by the DCCC, the path to a Democratic majority in the U.S. House and Senate will once again run through Ohio in 2026.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Ohio Democratic Party is seeking a talented, passionate professional to serve as Digital Communications Manager. This role involves collaborating with the Communications team to oversee and optimize our online presence and messaging. This individual will be responsible for developing creative, timely, and engaging digital content to shape our narrative, energize supporters, build our brand, mobilize volunteers, and amplify our message across all platforms. The Digital Communications Manager will report to the Communications Director.

ROLE OVERVIEW

• Manage all social media channels, including: State Party X, Threads, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.
• Work with the Communications Director and the broader team to develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-platform social media strategy to amplify ODP messaging and foster a strong, engaged community.
• Proactively identify opportunities and draft content for social media channels. Post approved content in a timely manner, and oversee all daily content production.
• Staff events with the Chair, downballot candidates, surrogates, and partners to capture content.
• Create various other digital content like the production of direct-to-camera videos, digital toolkits around key moments, and graphics.
• Work with various stakeholders, county parties, caucuses and campaign partners to support their digital efforts, including advising best practices for social media and for interviews.
• Assist in drafting various written materials, such as press releases, talking points, and more.
• Work with members of the press as appropriate at events, in interviews, and pitching news.

Other responsibilities as needed to support the communications department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of paid social media experience for a brand, campaign or organization.
• Demonstrated excellence in written and visual storytelling, with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and tools such as Canva and Mailchimp. Familiarity with video content creation and distribution best practices.
• Familiarity with Ohio’s media landscape and the unique needs of Ohio’s diverse media markets and a knowledge of Ohio politics.
• Campaign or legislative communications experience and past experience working with in-state and national media.
• Possess a creative mindset, coupled with a strong enthusiasm for digital communications and fostering community engagement.
• The ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt quickly to changing work priorities.
• Attention to detail and a strong skill in proofreading as well as a high-level of accuracy in work.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to juggle multiple activities yet not lose focus on top priorities or let something slip through the cracks.
• Committed to the values and practices of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace with the ability to take feedback and learn.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Passionate and thoughtful about what and how they do work and whom they work with;
• Resilient, resourceful, and adaptive to priority shifts and change (big and small);
• Kind but willing to apply soft elbows when needed;
• Realistic but positive in outlook, not ego- or turf-driven, able to focus on opportunities when faced with challenges;
• Collaborative by nature;
• Fully invested in the success of Ohio Democrats

The salary range will be $4,500-5,500 per month and full benefits, including PTO, health, dental, and voluntary vision insurance. The hourly expectation will fluctuate depending on the campaign cycle, but will be a minimum of 40 hours per week. Housing will not be provided. Applicants must live in or be willing to relocate to Columbus, Ohio.

Ohio Democrats recognize our success requires a diverse mix of talented people. We are focused on building a staff that is diverse in race, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. Candidates of color, women, LGBTQI, and more are encouraged to apply. This is a cycle position and ends on December 31, 2026, with the potential to extend.