Digital Associate, Paid Media (Temporary)

DIGITAL ASSOCIATE, PAID MEDIA (TEMPORARY)

• Location: Remote (All states
• except

AK, CA, CO, NY, and WA)

Position: Full-time (Temporary)

Salary

$54,000

Authentic is an award-winning digital agency specializing in fundraising, advertising, creative and web strategy, online organizing, and more. We’re known for building innovative, people-powered digital programs that help elect Democrats and advance progressive causes.

We are looking for a Digital Associate, Paid Media to join our team for a limited term

(through 11/13/26)

. Digital Associates are expected to provide support across all paid media client accounts with supervision and applicable training. Over time, paid media associates may take on additional responsibilities within the team.

This position pays a fixed starting salary of $54,000 annually, per our company’s transparent employee compensation. Benefits include 100% employer covered health insurance, 401K with employer contribution, flexible vacation and sick leave, and more.

This is a union position represented by the Campaign Workers Guild.

Responsibilities

Write, fact check, and proofread a high volume of engaging fundraising and persuasion ad copy across paid media channels with an emphasis on drafting P2P texts, Meta ads, Google Search ads.

Brainstorm and develop creative ideas rooted in fundraising and persuasion best practices for our clients in collaboration with paid media client leads

Write direct-to-camera scripts for a variety of clients that inspire supporters to take action

Collaborate with the creative team to bring your graphic and video ideas to fruition

Ensure all content is rooted in the authentic and honest voice of the client

Respond to topics in real-time by drafting ads and texts in response to news stories that are breaking fast

Work to execute digital advertising strategy for our clients to meet their goals

Set up and QA ad campaigns in Meta Ads Manager and Google Ads

Assist with ad optimizations to improve performance while tracking spend

Contribute to a collaborative culture that helps improve our work product

Provides short-term coverage of client communications and account needs including attending meetings, owning follow-ups, and managing related execution tasks

Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the issues and a passion for electing Democratic candidates and advancing the progressive movement
• Transferable experience from coursework, internships, a short period in a similar position, or a position outside the digital space
• Awareness of advertising platforms like Facebook and Google Ads
• Proven effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks, work well under pressure, and meet tight deadlines
• Interest in growing copywriting, creative and overall digital skills
• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel
• Able to work extended hours when needed/for rapid response moments
• Eager to learn and self-educate
• Committed to getting things right – pays close attention to detail and doesn’t stop trying
• Support for progressive values and commitment to building a safe and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life can contribute and advance the movement