Creative Social Media Manager

TikTok & Instagram Reels | September 1–November 6, 2026 About VoteMate VoteMate is a free, nonpartisan AI ballot assistant that helps people understand everything and everyone on their ballot—without ever telling them how to vote. More than 40,000 people have already used VoteMate, and we’re preparing to reach many more voters during the 2026 election season. We’re a small, mission-driven nonprofit that works more like an AI startup: fast-moving, creative, human-first, and open to trying new things. Learn more at votemateus.org. The Opportunity We’re looking for a creative social media manager to take the lead on VoteMate’s TikTok and Instagram Reels from September 1 through November 6. You’ll have a lot of freedom to experiment, follow trends, and develop a personality for our channels. We don’t want content that feels overly polished, institutional, or like a traditional nonprofit. We want VoteMate to feel useful, relatable, current, and genuinely fun to follow. This is a part-time, short-term project with a modest stipend, so we’ll work together to set a realistic posting schedule and scope. It could be a great fit for an emerging social media manager or creator who wants meaningful ownership, strong portfolio material, and the chance to help build something that supports voters nationwide. What You’ll Do Develop creative ideas for VoteMate’s TikTok and Instagram Reels Create, edit, and publish short-form videos Adapt relevant trends, sounds, memes, and formats for VoteMate Write captions and simple calls to action Help establish a recognizable voice and personality for our social channels Pay attention to what performs and build on it Work with our team to make sure election-related content is accurate and nonpartisan We’ll provide brand materials, access to the product, background information, ideas, and quick feedback. You’ll have room to run with the creative direction and tell us what you think will work. You Might Be a Great Fit If You Understand what makes people stop scrolling on TikTok and Instagram Enjoy coming up with creative, timely, and culturally relevant ideas Can film and edit engaging short-form videos Are comfortable working independently Care about helping people access clear, trustworthy voting information Want the opportunity to shape a social presence—not simply follow a rigid content calendar You do not need years of agency experience or a huge client portfolio. Strong creative instincts, reliability, and genuine enthusiasm for the mission matter most. Being comfortable appearing on camera is helpful, but not required. Compensation and Timing This is a stipend-based independent contractor project running from September 1 through November 6, 2026. We are a small nonprofit with a limited budget, and we want to be transparent about that upfront. We’ll agree on a reasonable scope and posting cadence based on the stipend. How to Apply Please send us: A short note about yourself and why VoteMate interests you A few examples of TikToks, Reels, or other short-form content you’ve created Your availability between September 1 and November 6 Your stipend expectations, if applicable Bonus: Tell us one TikTok or Reel idea you would be excited to try for VoteMate. We’re much more interested in your creativity and point of view than a formal proposal.