Digital Content Creator

ABOUT ABORTION FORWARD

Abortion Forward is empowering a bold, people-centered movement to protect and expand reproductive rights across Ohio. We believe uplifting individual stories is one of the most powerful tools for advocacy, organizing, and culture change. We are looking for a creative, energetic, and mission-driven Digital Content Creator to help amplify the voices, stories, and experiences that move people to action. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves engaging with people, feels comfortable on camera, and understands how to create compelling digital content that resonates online and in real life. This is not a traditional communications role. We are looking for someone with strong instincts, a bold personality, and a passion for reproductive rights who can help bring our work to life across digital platforms and community spaces.

SUMMARY

The Digital Content Creator will support the Communications Department by creating engaging, mission-driven digital content that advances Abortion Forward’s advocacy, organizing, and public education efforts. This individual will help tell the stories behind the movement through: short-form video content social media engagement newsletter design event coverage interviews and magnifying community stories digital advocacy campaigns The ideal candidate is highly creative, collaborative, adaptable, and energized by connecting with people and translating movement work into impactful digital narratives.

REPORTS TO

Communications Director

POSITION STATUS

Full Time

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Hybrid – (two in-office days per week)

TRAVEL REQUIRED

Approximately 10% travel

PAY RANGE

$20-$23.50 per hour

BENEFITS

Health insurance, 401k match PTO, remote work stipend, self-care fund, parental leave

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Content Creation & Narrative Crafting Create engaging digital content for social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube Shorts, and other emerging platforms. Film, edit, and produce short-form videos, reels, interviews, and advocacy-focused narrative crafting. Capture content at events, rallies, canvases, trainings, and community activities. Support development of creative campaigns that increase engagement and visibility for Abortion Forward initiatives. Design eye-catching, clean, and clear email newsletters and email calls-to-action using content from the Executive Director, Deputy Director, Communications Director, Development Department, and Field Department. Uplift community voices and personal stories in a respectful, mission-aligned manner. Social Media & Digital Engagement Attend organizational events, political, and community activities as needed. Conduct interviews or conversations with volunteers, supporters, advocates, and community members. Help communicate complex reproductive rights issues in accessible, compelling ways. Serve as an energetic and positive ambassador for the organization online and in community spaces.

QUALIFICATIONS

Passion for reproductive rights, social justice, and advocacy work. Knowledge of reproductive rights and health topics from a DEI&B-informed perspective required. Comfortable being on camera and engaging with people in public-facing settings. A strong online portfolio or examples of short-form video content required. Experience with Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools required. Experience with creating short-form video content (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube shorts, etc.) with significant engagement preferred. Strong videography and editing skills using in-app tools or external software required. Basic lighting, audio, and framing awareness. Understanding of social media trends, algorithms, hooks, pacing, captions, and audience engagement required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Self-motivated and creative with a passion for educating. Strong organization skills with the ability to work quickly but also with attention to detail. Commitment to social media and digital accessibility. 0-2 year of experience in social media management or similar. High school diploma or GED required. Ability to travel regularly within Ohio. Residency within reasonable commuting distance (approximately 40 miles) of Columbus, OH, is required. Valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This role may require the ability to: Remain in a stationary position for extended periods (sitting or standing). Move between work locations and attend events. Communicate effectively in person and virtually. Occasionally lift and move items up to 20 pounds. Travel to community, legislative, media, and organizational events. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with applicable laws.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a hybrid role that includes remote work, in-office work, and occasional attendance at community, media, and legislative events and meetings. The role involves: Office and home-based work, Attendance at events (indoor and outdoor), Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions, Moderate noise levels at events or in public settings.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The role is expected to meet the demands of the position, which typically align with a 40-hour work week, recognizing that hours may vary based on programmatic and organizational needs. Core collaboration hours are 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with flexibility required outside of these hours, including some evenings and occasional weekends. The role requires: Two in-office days per week and Approximately 10% travel.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Abortion Forward is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. In addition, Abortion Forward does not discriminate on the basis of appearance, such as body size, tattoos, piercings, hairstyle, etc. A Note to Potential Candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans people, non-binary folks, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.