Social Media and Graphic Design Intern

Job Title: Social Media and Graphic Design Intern
Reports to: Social Media Manager
Salary: $15/hour with 10 -25 hours per week, generous benefits package
Location: Madison or Milwaukee, WI (Please note: Employment with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin requires residence or willingness to relocate to the state of Wisconsin.)
Start date: April 2024
Application Deadline:  March 29, 2024 (Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadlines may be shortened or extended as necessary. There is no guarantee this posting will remain open until the deadline or be closed on the deadline. This is a suggested timeframe based on organization needs.)

About The Democratic Party of Wisconsin: WisDems is nationally recognized as one of the country’s highest-performing and most pivotal political organizations. During the 2024 cycle, WisDems will drive massive programs to defend the Democratic majority in the United States Senate by re-electing Senator Tammy Baldwin, to re-elect President Biden for a second term, elect progressive candidates up and down the ballot, and work to build volunteer-led coalitions for the long term. WisDems’ work is grounded in inclusion, respect, and empowerment across race, gender, other dimensions of identity, and the rural/suburban/urban divide. Our work continues year-round, collaborating with partners to build a movement that delivers meaningful change for all Wisconsinites. We seek outstanding applicants who share our values and vision to join the team, help win elections, and build a future where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity: As a Social Media and Graphic Design Intern, you will work within the Social Media Team and Design Team to assist in executing the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s organic social media content: X, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and TikTok. You will help manage the content calendars on all platforms, while being responsive to the news cycle, support graphic design production, and engage with and build relationships with our social media audience. You will report to and work closely with the Social Media Manager to optimize WisDems’ online presence and maximize fundraising, digital engagement, brand awareness, and overall growth for the party.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Draft innovative social media content (e.g. copy, graphics, TikToks) and execute the content calendar while working with the Social Media Manager.
• Develop graphics, short animations, and other digital content—with guidance from the Design Team—for the Social Media Team, including for our grassroots social media amplification program on the app Reach (content distribution tool), and for other members of the Digital Department.
• Assist in deepening and broadening relationships with our social media audience by creating short-form video content with a focus on engagement, and willingness to serve as on-camera talent.
• On-year requirements include working outside of normal work hours; including canvassing and other election preparation as necessary.

Qualifications (Required): 

• Growth Mindset - Ability to take and implement feedback.
• Relentlessly Goal-Oriented - Enjoys working toward and achieving ambitious goals. Keeps calm in stressful situations. Has the capacity and willingness to work long hours during peak season, rolling up their sleeves and getting the work done.
• Cultural Competency - Able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference, such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender identity, citizenship status, or other identities. Understands how to take an inclusive lens into all aspects of work.
• Writing Skills - Able to draft social media copy on a tight deadline and respond to our audience and supporters representing the party.
• Knowledge of Social Media Platforms - Can navigate social media platforms with ease and create original, compelling content fitting for each platform.
• Track record of creating engaging graphics and visuals in multiple formats.
• Attention to Detail - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Qualifications (Preferred):

• Extensive knowledge of, and experience using design software - including Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Keen eye on social media trends - Knowledge of the types of social media content that are trending.
• Video editing skills - Able to edit short videos (e.g. TikToks).

Benefits: Great benefits include: Talkspace virtual therapy, intern events to promote career development, career-building sessions, Employee Assistance Programs, flexible schedule, and a free monthly subscription to Calm.

Equity and Inclusion: The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has a vision for a deeply inclusive and diverse party organization, membership, and electorate. In order to be successful at the  Democratic Party of Wisconsin candidates must have the cultural competence to successfully work with a diverse array of constituency groups. We especially strongly encourage applicants with close ties to Black, Indigenous, AAPI, Latinx, Muslim, non-English-speaking, disability, and LGBTQIA+ communities. The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note on COVID-19: Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment, except where prohibited by law. Fully vaccinated includes receiving any booster shots recommended by the CDC or other public health authorities within the timeframe recommended. Reasonable accommodations due to disability, medical condition, or bona fide religious belief will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.