Position Title: Video Research Associate
Employment: Voluntary Position
Location: Remote

Start Date: ASAP

AGE: Gen-Z candidates (born 1997 ~ 2012) are encouraged to apply!

About:

Dream for America is a Gen Z-led 501(c)4 non-profit founded on July 4, 2023, focused on identifying, educating, and mobilizing America's students to promote the principles of freedom, democracy, & progressive government. Together, we'll mobilize a new generation of democracy defenders to take on far-right youth groups like Turning Point USA.

Job Description:

Our Video Research Associate are responsible for assisting media monitoring and rapid response efforts. They provide video research assets and flags to communications and digital staff for use in video reels, social media posts, press releases, and other external products. They also play a key role in monitoring and keeping staff informed of coverage trends and flags in national and local media.

If you're interested in helping us relentlessly dig for the truth - come join us!

Key Responsibilities

• Possess strong knowledge of current events within Congress, the White House, opposition and right-wing groups, and activity around upcoming campaign cycles;
• Research and analyze trends in local and national news as well as raw video content;
• Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to summarize large news segments into concise points;
• Compile press clips and other media coverage reports;
• Additional specific research responsibilities, as directed.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Have a basic understanding of video files and formats as well as the ability to quickly learn new technological-based databases;
• Ability to keep up and analyze the 24-hour news cycle and familiarity with cable news;
• Experience with media monitoring
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment