The Opportunity
The Young Ike is a podcast and community discussion series focused on nuance, curiosity, and real conversation around environmental and civic issues. We’re expanding our digital presence and are looking for a Social Media & Marketing Assistant to help share our work and grow our audience.
This is a volunteer role (3–5 hours per week) and is fully remote. It’s a great fit for someone interested in media, storytelling, design, or digital strategy who wants real, hands-on experience.
What You’ll Do
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Manage and schedule posts across social media platforms
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Create simple graphics, short clips, and promotional content
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Learn or practice basic audio/video editing
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Help develop a consistent social media style and voice
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Promote new episodes, events, and community discussions
What We’re Looking For
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Interest in social media, design, storytelling, or marketing
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Creativity paired with attention to detail
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Willingness to experiment and learn new tools
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Comfort working independently while collaborating with a small team
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Alignment with The Young Ike’s mission and tone
What You’ll Gain
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Hands-on experience in social media strategy and content creation
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A real portfolio tied to a live, growing project
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Credit on the podcast and website
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Letters of recommendation upon request
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Experience working at the intersection of media, environmental issues, and public engagement
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A ground-floor opportunity to help shape the public face of an innovative podcast and community initiative
