Accountable.US
Washington, DC or New York, New York
Position: Digital Creative Producer
Location: Washington, DC or New York, New York
Status: Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Digital Director
Position Summary
Launched in 2019, Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group exposing corruption across all levels of government. Accountable.US seeks a Digital Creative Producer to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance.
The Digital Creative Producer will be a key member of the project, collaborating with communications and research professionals across several issue-based campaigns to produce best-in-class graphic and video content. Under the supervision of the Digital Director, this producer will also be responsible for general design and branding choices across campaigns. A flexible personality, positive attitude, and creative mind are essential for this role.
The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though research projects may include travel on occasion. Some weekend work may be required. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
Collaborate with communications and research teams to produce engaging visual content that advances the work of several issue-based campaigns;
Produce and edit digital graphic and video content, including but not limited to shareable social media graphics, motion graphics, animations, and short social videos;
Develop creative concepts and make design/branding decisions across issue-based campaigns, following guidance from the Digital Director;
Manage stock photo, video, and B-roll, as well as background sound and music; and
Stay up-to-date on the latest artistic and digital trends and tactics.
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a design-related discipline;
Minimum 3 years of digital creative production experience, including but not limited to graphic design and video editing;
Minimum 3 years of digital campaign experience, including work for political campaigns, issue advocacy groups, or in relevant marketing roles;
Experience with political or issue ads required;
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere;
Strong aesthetics sensibility, use of typography, and understanding of color, hierarchy, and layout;
Strong technical acumen, with the ability to quickly understand and communicate technical concepts and challenges to wide-ranging audiences in a digestible and engaging manner;
Website development skills are a plus;
Proven track record for being a self-starter and working independently; and
Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Digital Creative Producer” in the subject line.
Accountable.US Careers
Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Position: Digital Creative Producer
Location: Washington, DC or New York, New York
Status: Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Digital Director
Position Summary
Launched in 2019, Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group exposing corruption across all levels of government. Accountable.US seeks a Digital Creative Producer to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance.
The Digital Creative Producer will be a key member of the project, collaborating with communications and research professionals across several issue-based campaigns to produce best-in-class graphic and video content. Under the supervision of the Digital Director, this producer will also be responsible for general design and branding choices across campaigns. A flexible personality, positive attitude, and creative mind are essential for this role.
The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though research projects may include travel on occasion. Some weekend work may be required. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
Collaborate with communications and research teams to produce engaging visual content that advances the work of several issue-based campaigns;
Produce and edit digital graphic and video content, including but not limited to shareable social media graphics, motion graphics, animations, and short social videos;
Develop creative concepts and make design/branding decisions across issue-based campaigns, following guidance from the Digital Director;
Manage stock photo, video, and B-roll, as well as background sound and music; and
Stay up-to-date on the latest artistic and digital trends and tactics.
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a design-related discipline;
Minimum 3 years of digital creative production experience, including but not limited to graphic design and video editing;
Minimum 3 years of digital campaign experience, including work for political campaigns, issue advocacy groups, or in relevant marketing roles;
Experience with political or issue ads required;
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere;
Strong aesthetics sensibility, use of typography, and understanding of color, hierarchy, and layout;
Strong technical acumen, with the ability to quickly understand and communicate technical concepts and challenges to wide-ranging audiences in a digestible and engaging manner;
Website development skills are a plus;
Proven track record for being a self-starter and working independently; and
Demonstrates an interest and ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Digital Creative Producer” in the subject line.
Accountable.US Careers
Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Accountable.US
Washington, DC or New York, New York
Position: Research Associate
Location: Washington, DC or New York, New York
Status: Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Rapid Response Research and Communications Director
Position Summary
Launched in 2019, Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group exposing corruption across all levels of government. Accountable.US seeks a Research Associate to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance. He or she will be responsible for providing research support and capacity to Accountable.US’s numerous projects.
The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though research projects may include travel on occasion. Some weekend work may be required. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
Work as part of a team to produce research reports on government accountability issues.
Independently monitor relevant news and pitching larger research projects.
Draft and follow up on public records requests, as well as analyzing results of these requests.
Clearly report research findings to senior staff both orally and in written form.
Attend in-person events on issues of importance to Accountable.US.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
At least 2 years of experience in research or related field. This could include political advocacy, campaign or public policy research, and/or experience on Capitol Hill or in government;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Sound judgment and discerning eye;
Ability to work independently and juggle competing priorities and strict deadlines;
Proven track record for being a self-starter;
Immaculate attention to detail;
Commitment to government accountability.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Research Associate” in subject line.
Accountable.US Careers
Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Position: Research Associate
Location: Washington, DC or New York, New York
Status: Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Rapid Response Research and Communications Director
Position Summary
Launched in 2019, Accountable.US is a nonpartisan watchdog group exposing corruption across all levels of government. Accountable.US seeks a Research Associate to support its work to root out corruption and malfeasance. He or she will be responsible for providing research support and capacity to Accountable.US’s numerous projects.
The position is based in Washington, D.C. or New York City, though research projects may include travel on occasion. Some weekend work may be required. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are important.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
Work as part of a team to produce research reports on government accountability issues.
Independently monitor relevant news and pitching larger research projects.
Draft and follow up on public records requests, as well as analyzing results of these requests.
Clearly report research findings to senior staff both orally and in written form.
Attend in-person events on issues of importance to Accountable.US.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
At least 2 years of experience in research or related field. This could include political advocacy, campaign or public policy research, and/or experience on Capitol Hill or in government;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Sound judgment and discerning eye;
Ability to work independently and juggle competing priorities and strict deadlines;
Proven track record for being a self-starter;
Immaculate attention to detail;
Commitment to government accountability.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “Research Associate” in subject line.
Accountable.US Careers
Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Accountable.US
Helena, Montana, New York City, or Washington, DC
Position: Deputy Press Secretary
Location: Helena, Montana, New York, or Washington, DC
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Project Director
Position Summary
Launched in 2019, Accountable.US is a nonpartisan, nonprofit watchdog group exposing corruption across all levels of government and holding our policymakers accountable. The projects at Accountable.US use traditional research tactics, such as public records requests, financial disclosure review, voting record analysis, and more to identify who is influencing public policy debates and why.
Western Values Project, a project of Accountable.US, seeks a Deputy Press Secretary to support its work defending America’s public lands and exposing special interest influence on a range of environmental issues, including public lands, national parks, energy policy, climate change, wildlife, and accountability on both the state and federal level.
This position requires incredible attention to detail, superior organizational abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are also important.
This position is based in either Helena, MT, New York, or Washington, DC. This position may require travel. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
Monitors opportunities to advance our project’s values, positions, and brand;
Builds and maintains press lists;
Drafts and edits talking points, press releases, op-eds, memos, and other materials as needed;
Sends mass emails, press releases, and posts materials online;
Produces detailed reports of project activities;
Pitches print, broadcast, and new media reporters, editors, and producers when appropriate and in consultation with the project deputy director;
Develops graphics and social media posts;
Updates websites, blog posts, and other digital mediums;
Represent the project and coordinate with partners by attending meetings and conference calls in consultation with the project deputy director;
Perform other duties, as required.
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Bachelor’s degree;
Minimum experience of one year in communications, public relations, or advocacy;
Issue advocacy, political campaign, and strategic experience preferred;
Strong writing skills for both press and general audiences. Writing should be sharp, personable, and memorable;
Social media content creation and management; and
Basic understanding of natural resource issues, particularly as they apply to federal public lands.
Valued and Non-Essential Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Interest in debates surrounding natural resource, energy and public lands issues in Congress, federal regulatory agencies, and in statehouses is helpful but not required;
Basic graphic design and website management skills;
A proven track record for being a self-starter; and
A commitment to protecting public lands.
Attributes
Ability to work independently and juggle competing priorities and strict deadlines;
Calm in a crisis, with great instincts;
Extremely well organized with strong attention to detail;
Ability to identify issues and provide solutions to achieve strategic objectives;
Works well in, and contributes to, a collegial environment; and
Flexible personality and sense of humor.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “WVP Deputy Press Secretary Applicant” in the subject line.
Accountable.US Careers
Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
Position: Deputy Press Secretary
Location: Helena, Montana, New York, or Washington, DC
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time
Reports to: Project Director
Position Summary
Launched in 2019, Accountable.US is a nonpartisan, nonprofit watchdog group exposing corruption across all levels of government and holding our policymakers accountable. The projects at Accountable.US use traditional research tactics, such as public records requests, financial disclosure review, voting record analysis, and more to identify who is influencing public policy debates and why.
Western Values Project, a project of Accountable.US, seeks a Deputy Press Secretary to support its work defending America’s public lands and exposing special interest influence on a range of environmental issues, including public lands, national parks, energy policy, climate change, wildlife, and accountability on both the state and federal level.
This position requires incredible attention to detail, superior organizational abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A flexible personality, sense of humor, and positive attitude are also important.
This position is based in either Helena, MT, New York, or Washington, DC. This position may require travel. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks
Monitors opportunities to advance our project’s values, positions, and brand;
Builds and maintains press lists;
Drafts and edits talking points, press releases, op-eds, memos, and other materials as needed;
Sends mass emails, press releases, and posts materials online;
Produces detailed reports of project activities;
Pitches print, broadcast, and new media reporters, editors, and producers when appropriate and in consultation with the project deputy director;
Develops graphics and social media posts;
Updates websites, blog posts, and other digital mediums;
Represent the project and coordinate with partners by attending meetings and conference calls in consultation with the project deputy director;
Perform other duties, as required.
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Bachelor’s degree;
Minimum experience of one year in communications, public relations, or advocacy;
Issue advocacy, political campaign, and strategic experience preferred;
Strong writing skills for both press and general audiences. Writing should be sharp, personable, and memorable;
Social media content creation and management; and
Basic understanding of natural resource issues, particularly as they apply to federal public lands.
Valued and Non-Essential Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability
Interest in debates surrounding natural resource, energy and public lands issues in Congress, federal regulatory agencies, and in statehouses is helpful but not required;
Basic graphic design and website management skills;
A proven track record for being a self-starter; and
A commitment to protecting public lands.
Attributes
Ability to work independently and juggle competing priorities and strict deadlines;
Calm in a crisis, with great instincts;
Extremely well organized with strong attention to detail;
Ability to identify issues and provide solutions to achieve strategic objectives;
Works well in, and contributes to, a collegial environment; and
Flexible personality and sense of humor.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to jobs@accountable.us with “WVP Deputy Press Secretary Applicant” in the subject line.
Accountable.US Careers
Accountable.US is committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people, and to creating a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding and enables each of us to realize our potential. Our work environment is safe and open to all employees and partners, respecting the full spectrum of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other classifications protected by law in the locality and/or state in which you are working.
