Senior Associate, Digital Communications

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to a free, just, and equitable society. Aspen Digital, a nonpartisan technology and information program, fosters collaboration to address critical challenges and ensure an accessible, safe, and inclusive digital world.

We are seeking a **Senior Associate, Digital Communications** to manage digital content, implement social media plans, and support Aspen Digital’s overall communication strategy. This hybrid position is based in Washington, DC, requiring approximately two days per week in-office.

• *Salary:** $70,000 - $85,000 per year.
• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies for Aspen Digital, including campaigns for public summits.
• Create, draft, edit, and schedule engaging content for platforms like LinkedIn, BlueSky, and X to grow followers and enhance engagement.
• Design original digital assets, including social media graphics and video, using platforms such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Capture and generate social media content from in-person and virtual events for live sharing and recap materials.
• Support Aspen Digital leaders by proposing content ideas and drafting copy for their social media channels.
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Brand Strategy and Marketing on communication rollouts and campaigns.
• Maintain a digital content calendar aligned with program goals, announcements, publications, and events.
• Monitor social media performance, track key KPIs, and actively engage with audiences and affiliated contacts.
• Stay informed on emerging social media trends and influencers.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate digital communications and event materials.
• *Required Qualifications:**
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in social media, digital/strategic communications, or journalism.
• Demonstrated track record in content creation, account maintenance, and engagement across social media platforms.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent copywriting and copyediting abilities.
• Proficiency in graphic design best practices and creative software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva).
• Familiarity with content management platforms (e.g., Hootsuite).
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
• *Preferred Qualifications:**
• Familiarity or interest in AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technology issues.
• Experience overseeing or working on longer-term digital communication campaigns.
• Experience in starting and growing audiences for new social media channels.
• Knowledge of best practices for LinkedIn.
• *Benefits:**

The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement benefits, and paid leave.