Digital Communications Coordinator

Date of Description:April 2026

Job Title: Digital Communications Coordinator

Employment Status: Full-Time limited term (2 years)

Supervisory Role: No

Bargaining Unit Member: Yes

Organization Department: Communications

Reports to Position: Strategic Communications Director

FLSA Classification: Salaried Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $72000 - $84999

• Digital Communications Coordinator with 03 years of experience: Analyst I pay scale ($72000$76499)
• Digital Communications Coordinator with 3 years of experience: Analyst II pay scale ($77500$84999)

Summary/Objective

The Digital Communications Coordinator supports ACLU-D.C.s mission by creating and distributing compelling digital content across social media email and web platforms. This role is primarily focused on graphic design video production and social media management with a particular emphasis on building ACLU-D.C.s audience in the District and advancing the organizations advocacy campaigns.

The Digital Communications Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Strategic Communications Director and in close collaboration with the Communications Policy Legal and Development departments. Ideal candidates will have strong graphic design and video production skills a creative eye and a commitment to civil rights and civil liberties.

This is a limited-term role with funding for 2 year(s) with the possibility for extensions depending on a variety of factors including but not limited to budget and organizational workload.

This position is a member of the ACLU-DC staff bargaining unit represented by the Washington Baltimore News Guild and is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Social Media

• Write edit and schedule social media posts across ACLU-D.C.s platforms including Instagram TikTok Threads X/Twitter Facebook LinkedIn BlueSky and YouTube.
• Produce graphics short-form videos and other multimedia content for social media posts and advocacy campaigns.
• Build and grow ACLU-D.C.s audience among D.C. residents ACLU members advocacy organizations press and media elected officials and the legal community.
• Appear on camera as needed to support video and social media content production.
• Manage the social media calendar using a platform such as Sprout Social ensuring consistent and timely posting.
• Develop and manage ACLU-D.C.s tone and strategy to effectively reach target audiences on platforms like TikTok YouTube and LinkedIn.
• Respond to comments questions mentions and direct messages in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Track trending topics and identify opportunities for the organization to participate in relevant online conversations.
• Support the organizations digitaladvertising strategy.
• Collaborate with Communications and program staff to develop timely mission-aligned content.

Influencer Engagement

• Research and identify influencers and online creators aligned with ACLU-D.C.s mission and campaigns.
• Build and manage relationships with influencers to amplify organizational messaging and advocacy work.
• Coordinate influencer collaborations including content direction deliverables and follow-through.

Graphic Design

• Design graphics for social media posts advocacy campaigns development projects and email communications and web content.
• Create print graphics for organizational materials events and departmental needs.
• Develop visual assets that communicate complex civil rights and legal topics in accessible engaging ways.
• Maintain consistent ACLU-D.C. brand voice style and visual identity across all graphic materials.
• Design graphics on a project-specific basis to support departments across the organization.

Video Production

• Create edit and produce short-form and long-form video content for social media and digital platforms.
• Oversee technical aspects of video production including filming editing and quality standards.
• Appear on camera as needed to support video content.
• Attend rallies events and actions to capture photo and video content for organizational use.
• Maintain consistent ACLU-D.C. brand voice style and visual identity across all video content.

Email & Web Content Support

• Support the production of HTML emails action alerts and web content updates in collaboration with senior digital communications strategist.
• Assist with repurposing website content for social media use.
• Help maintain ACLU-D.C.s website using content management systems as needed.

Community Engagement

• Attend ACLU-D.C. events rallies and external coalition partner events to document and capture content.
• Create digital content and social media toolkits for partners and clients.
• Support digital actions such as petitions and online campaigns in coordination with program staff.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in graphic design video production social media content and strategy digital marketing or related fields preferably in the nonprofit or advocacy sector.
• Demonstrated proficiency in graphic design software such as Canva Adobe Photoshop Illustrator or InDesign.
• Experience creating short-form video content and comfort with on-camera appearance.
• Strong writing and editing skills with an ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and accessibly.
• Experience managing social media platforms and scheduling tools (e.g. Sprout Social or similar).
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Responds in a timely manner to work assignments and requests; follows through and meets commitments.

Preferred

• Bachelors degree in communications graphic design or a related field.
• Experience with email marketing platforms Drupal WordPress or Salesforce.
• Experience with photography.
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS.
• Familiarity with influencer outreach and relationship management.

Competencies

• Creative and skilled in visual storytelling; able to take creative risks while staying on-brand.
• Strong digital media knowledge with a commitment to continued growth and learning.
• Positive problem-solving attitude in collaboration with colleagues and external partners.
• Demonstrated personal integrity; relates well with people of different backgrounds and responsibilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively adapting to shifting priorities with a diplomatic touch.
• Keen attention to detail in proofreading and visual accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and track record of working effectively with colleagues at all organizational levels.
• Strong belief in the ACLUs mission and work and in preserving and defending the civil rights and individual liberties guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and District of Columbia laws.
• Individuals who have been directly impacted by the criminal justice system are strongly encouraged to apply.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment

• Organization is currently in a hybrid remote work environment.
• On-site environment is a professional office.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent written and verbal communication.
• Frequent attendance at in-person events rallies and community functions.
• Visual activity for extensive reading preparing and analyzing content and viewing a computer terminal.

Travel Required

Occasional travel may be required.

Work Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits Summary

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions; life short-term disability and long-term disability insurance; and paid time off.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity Statement

The ACLU of the District of Columbia is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maximizing our teams diversity and want to involve all those who can contribute to our inclusive culture. We support all qualified individuals within our workforce without regard to race color gender sexual orientation gender identity and expression age national origin marital status citizenship disability veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to supporting persons with disabilities in their work and encourage their request for needed job accommodations.

Hiring Process

We are committed to a thorough and transparent hiring process designed to ensure the best fit for both our organization and potential team members. If you have a disability and need accommodation regarding any part of the application process please contact us at

Stage 1: Application Submission

Submit your application including your resume a personalized cover letter highlighting your qualifications and interest in the role and a portfolio of past social media and/or graphic design work.

Applications without all of the above will not be considered. Please apply through 2: Phone Screening

Selected candidates will participate in a brief phone screening to discuss their background skills and alignment with the position.

Stage 3: Skills Assessment

The top 35 candidates will be invited to complete a two-hour skills assessment relevant to the role. Details will be shared during the process.

Stage 4a: First-Round Panel Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 60-minute video interview with the hiring manager and team members.

Stage 4b: Hiring Manager Interview

Candidates will participate in a 30-minute one-on-one interview with the hiring manager Amber Taylor Strategic Communications Director.

Stage 5: Final Interview

A 3060 minute interview with Monica Hopkins Executive Director will serve as the final step in the interview process.

Stage 6: Offer

An offer will be extended to the final selected candidate.

Required Experience:

Junior IC