Middle Seat Digital

• As an advertising intern at Middle Seat, you’ll work with the advertising team by trafficking ads, writing ad copy and petitions, pulling together reports, analyzing ads performance, handling some administrative tasks, and other responsibilities as requested. • Work collaboratively with the advertising team

• Run ad campaigns and support ads team: take the first pass at writing content, reviews (spell check, policy check) staff content, coordinate with other Middle Seat departments to make sure product pieces are moving forward for ad campaigns, gather and compile data for reports • Write compelling ad copy with clear theories of change asking supporters to donate, join or support our clients while embodying our clients’ voices and perspectives. • Sets up and reviews ad campaigns – on all platforms (Facebook, Google, List Vendors, etc.) and begins to think strategically about campaign goals • Begins to learn best practices for direct donate, acquisition, and persuasion campaigns; learns which tests to run and how to read results; begins thinking about ads campaigns as they integrate into an entirely digital program and into an organization’s mission, and begins to give strategic feedback and ideas • Serves as day-to-day contact with the clients they are assigned to work in collaboration with other ads team members • Assists with A/B testing everything — content, design, targeting, landing page, etc. • Other responsibilities as requested

• Writes first drafts of email content (with supervision) • Writes first drafts of content for donation forms and landing pages (with supervision) • Helps podmates to get content reviewed, edited, and ready to ship to clients for final approval • Learns how to use theories of change in email copy • Learns how to produce and launch emails • Learns basic HTML, CSS, and SQL as needed • Learns basic CRM functionalities • Learns the basics of email testing • Learns how to pull, read, and interpret email performance metrics • Learns how to set up donation forms and other landing pages • Learns email reporting; can contribute to email reporting (with supervision) • Keeps email reports up-to-date • Attends brainstorms and other internal team meetings • Attends client meetings • Occasionally contributes ideas to email calendars • Updates email calendars as needed • Proofs peer emails, checking for accuracy and functionality • Other responsibilities as requested

• Write compelling fundraising and organizing emails • Writing embodies the voices and perspectives of our clients, with no edits needed • Expertly adapts writing to various calls-to-action • Writing always deploys effective theories of change • Work with clients to get emails edited, approved, and scheduled • Solicits, accepts, processes, and incorporates copy feedback, from both senior team members and clients • Provides valuable and constructive copy feedback to more junior team members • Plays a role in helping to develop the copywriting skills of junior team members • Code, produce, target and test mass email communications • Email code is complete and accurate, with no errors. Requires no troubleshooting. Can troubleshoot intermediate and complex code issues. • Follows our internal testing processes; sends email tests to team members for review and approval • Frequently volunteers to review and approve tests for others. Nearly always catches and rectifies errors before they launch. • Launches emails to targeted audiences with no mistakes • Use multiple different CRMs to run email programs (ActionKit, BSD, Action Network, NationBuilder, MailChimp, etc.) • Has mastered all CRM(s) used by their client(s) • Has become fluent in 1-2 additional CRMs • Trains and mentors junior team members on learning new CRMs • Analyze metrics and report back to clients on performance, best practices, test results • Compiles metrics into cohesive, thorough, well-structured reports • Analyzes those reports; derives strategic guidance from them • Presents reports, analyses, and strategic guidance to clients with no assistance • Mentors and/or manages junior team members in producing client reports • Present detailed monthly reports to clients • Can independently build, present, and explain monthly reports to clients. • Can also successfully coach junior team members through the process of building monthly reports; provides valuable and constructive feedback • Serve as a day-to-day contact with clients. • Communicates extremely well with clients regularly • Is very responsive to client needs and requests • Frequently proactively anticipates and responds to client needs • Take part in brainstorms, team meetings, conference calls, etc. • Contributes significantly — and frequently leads, and volunteers to lead — brainstorms, team meetings, and other internal meetings • Develop monthly content calendars and goals for clients • Develops cohesive calendars that align with email scheduling best practices, with no assistance • Sets fundraising goals that are appropriate to their clients’ programs and overall industry standards, with no assistance • Helps hold junior team members accountable to following calendars and reaching goals • A/B test everything you do • Recommends innovative testing ideas • Conducts tests independently • Successfully concludes tests; compiles and presents test results • Holds junior team members accountable to following testing protocols • Assists junior team members with testing procedures and reports • Produce ActBlue fundraising pages and tests • Builds fundraising pages that align with both client branding and digital fundraising best practices, with no assistance • Regularly audits fundraising pages; works with the product team to ensure fundraising page wrappers are updated • Write copy for landing pages • Writes cohesive, appropriate, concise landing page copy, with no assistance • Contribute significantly to new client pitches • Provides appropriate, relevant content to new client pitches; proactively seeks out opportunities to contribute • Content requires no editing, revising, and feedback • Directly manage junior email team members • Plays a direct managerial role for at least one junior team member • Schedules and holds regular check-ins with direct reports to discuss professional development, growth, and progress • Contribute to employee goals, training, and growth • Works with direct reports to develop and actualize professional development goals • Helps to train junior employees; helps to on-board new employees • Manages the performance evaluation process, with assistance • Delivers and conducts employee performance evaluations, with supervision • Run training sessions • Runs training sessions to teach new/junior team members and improve team knowledge • Recommends training topics; manages the process of developing and delivering corresponding trainings • Give feedback on programming and drafts • Provides constructive, thorough, well-thought-out copy feedback and edits • Reviews email code for issues or irregularities; recommends effective solutions • Project management • Independently manages projects • Manage junior team members on projects • Teaches project management skills to junior team members • Lead on setting up new client accounts • Effectively manages new client setup and onboarding • Work with our product team to develop landing pages and templates • Coordinate with the product team to produce on-brand landing pages and templates that embody digital best practices • Set up CRMs • Sets up and/or transition over to a new CRM instance for a client • Play a role in the management of Middle Seat’s email team • Recommends improvements to email team systems • Helps streamline email team processes • Contributes to the process of interviewing and recruiting new email team members • Assists with determining client and backup allocation and team member workloads

• Serve as day-to-day point of contact for 3-5 multi-service client accounts: contributing to deliverable planning, project management, and internal coordination and supporting senior leadership as needed. This includes large advocacy organizations and/or campaigns. • Deliver clear, compelling updates to clients – presenting topline performance, key trends, and strategic recommendations – with support from senior leadership as needed. • Support client management norms, including processes and communications. • Lead client calls and support prep work, agendas, note-taking, and action item follow-up. • Flag potential client issues/risks early and contribute to internal solutions. • Coordinate internal staff across copy, creative, and reporting to ensure smooth execution. • Maintain deliverable trackers, calendars, and pacing docs across service departments (email, ads, texts, etc.). • Draft internal briefs and client-ready updates in coordination with staff from across verticals. • Document learnings, best practices, and client documentation across accounts. • Grow into client ownership over time, taking on increased responsibility and leadership as skills develop. • Own daily/weekly/monthly performance tracking for each client’s program, including creating and updating projections and budget updates with input from verticals and leadership. • Flag over- or under-spend risks to leadership with recommendations. • Surface growth opportunities, testing strategies, and optimizations. • Learn, implement, and contribute to Middle Seat SOPs (onboarding, reporting, internal workflows) with guidance. • Own upselling opportunities (i.e., pitching new services or scaling client budgets) within current client accounts. • Support in external business development (creating sales and marketing materials, conducting sales research, attending client meetings, etc.) • Identify opportunities to improve client-facing processes based on experience and feedback from internal teams and clients, and help develop those materials. • Other responsibilities as assigned. • This role requires occasional domestic travel, approximately 2-3 times per quarter, for in-person client meetings, networking opportunities, and industry events.

Strategist, Texting Remote Social Media & Texting Team Full time United States Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 Location: Washington, D.C. or remote Strategists on the Texting team manage texting programs for progressive candidates, political committees, and nonprofits. Texting is one of the fastest-growing and most effective channels in progressive politics – and this team was the first in the space to invest in dedicated texting expertise. This is an opportunity to take ownership of client programs, grow your skills across copywriting, list growth, and digital fundraising, and do it alongside a team that takes the craft seriously. This role is a part of the bargaining unit. Why Middle Seat - Competitive salaries and great benefits - We only work for progressive organizations, candidates, and causes - We’re a proudly unionized team — part of the Campaign Workers Guild - Get in on the ground floor of a growing operation Job Responsibilities - Manage broadcast and P2P texting programs for 3-5 clients - Draft fundraising, mobilization, and persuasion texts that reflect each client's authentic voice - Build and QA texts, managing production workflow across assigned accounts - Develop and maintain production calendars and content schedules across clients - Pull, compile, analyze, and synthesize texting performance metrics into reports - Implement list growth strategies across paid and organic channels, including coordinating with other departments for compliance alignment - Execute vendor outreach for acquisition campaigns: prepare external vendor folders, export suppression files, communicate budget and timeline to vendors - Produce and manage assets including flows, landing pages, and donation pages - Propose ideas for testing, segmentation, and optimization across send types - Manage and interface with clients directly; participate actively in client calls - Contribute to client projections for assigned accounts with guidance - Additional responsibilities as assigned Requirements Qualifications - 1+ years of experience in texting, digital fundraising, or a related field – P2P and/or broadcast texting experience strongly preferred - Previous digital fundraising experience strongly preferred - Able to manage client projects largely without assistance - Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of progressive politics - Strong copywriting skills; majority of writing is free of errors - Ability to adapt writing to reflect different client voices and perspectives - Attention to detail while managing tight deadlines and multiple content calendars - Knowledge of ActBlue and other relevant CRMs (ActionKit, Action Network, NGP, etc.) preferred but not required - Knowledge of texting platforms (Switchboard, Scale to Win, etc.) preferred but not required Benefits - 100% premium coverage for health, dental and vision - Zero deductible health plan - Wellness benefits, which include free memberships to One Medical, Health Advocate, and Talkspace - Profit-sharing plan: share in the growth and success of Middle Seat - Mobile phone or internet reimbursement up to $75 per month - 6% employer match on your 401k retirement account - 20 paid vacation days off, plus 2 floating holidays - Unlimited sick leave - Commuter benefits for public transportation - Coworking/Office Space Stipend for Remote Employees - 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents - $100 monthly student loan reimbursement - $350 monthly mental health benefit - $1,000 annual professional development reimbursement

• Want to break into political design? Get your start with us. Middle Seat is a full-service firm for progressive causes and candidates. We work with campaigns, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and causes on the front lines of racial justice, climate action, privacy and tech policy, immigration rights, and economic justice. • We’re looking for a creative, driven design intern to join our creative team for FALL 2026 (August 24 - November 13, 2026). • As a graphic design intern at Middle Seat, you’ll work closely with our design team to support real campaigns and causes with impactful visuals. You’ll create social media graphics, digital ads, print collateral, branding assets, and more. • You’ll be encouraged to bring your own creative voice while learning how to collaborate in a fast-paced political design environment. • This role is available either in person at our Washington, D.C office or remotely. This role is not part of the bargaining unit. • You’ll get experience in: • Designing graphics for email, social media, and digital ads • Applying brand guidelines to new and existing creative • Building simple animations (GIFs, video loops) and editing video clips • Assisting with print materials like flyers, proposals, and direct mail • Supporting the creative team on larger design projects including identity design and web graphics • Receiving and implementing feedback from designers, strategists, and clients • Collaborating with strategists, developers, and other creatives to deliver cross-platform assets

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll • Ensure accurate month-end and year-end close processes • Maintain financial systems, controls, and documentation in compliance with GAAP • Supervise client paid media accounting and reconciliations • Coordinate with external accountants on tax preparation and filings • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements • Develop dashboards and performance metrics for internal stakeholders • Analyze actuals vs. budget and provide variance explanations • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal policies • Lead the company-wide annual budget process • Partner with department heads to develop and track team-level budgets • Build rolling forecasts and long-term financial models to support strategic planning • Prepare pro forma financials for new initiatives, investments, or hires • Identify opportunities for cost savings and margin improvement • Evaluate capital expenditures and growth investments • Monitor financial trends and provide data-driven recommendations to leadership • Help design and implement financial policies, benefits strategies, and compensation planning • Monitor cash flow and maintain optimal liquidity • Oversee bank relationships and any corporate debt • Establish and maintain internal cash controls • Track and advise on debt covenants, interest payments, and credit lines • Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies • Ensure compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and reporting standards • Stay informed about emerging regulations that may impact the organization

• Lead our data visualization and analytics work: Setup, upgrade, and troubleshoot both internal and external dashboards. Proactively provide analysis for ongoing work. Curate a culture of data-driven decision making and self-service analytics. • Manage the lifecycle of data requests: Actively monitor and respond to the internal Slack data requests, engaging in timely back-and-forth communication with staff to clarify technical requirements, provide status updates, and ensure the final data delivery matches the strategic need. • Document data standards and how-tos: Create and maintain clear documentation (data dictionaries and schema maps) for data sources and reporting logic to ensure a shared understanding of metrics across the agency. • Train and support teammates on data products and digital tools: Provide technical training and assistance to team members. Offer guidance and support to teammates utilizing digital tools. • Execute list rentals and buys: Lead the coordination and execution of internal and external email and phone data rentals and buys. Manage the secure transfer of PII. • Cross-platform quality assurance: Perform regular audits to reconcile data discrepancies between CRMs (e.g., ActionKit vs. ActBlue) and reporting tools to ensure the "single source of truth" remains accurate. • Support teammates in testing setup and rigor: Partner with strategy teams to design rigorous A/B tests for their different tactics, and analyze results to provide statistical confidence on high-performing content. • Lead agency-wide data modelling: Design, deploy, validate, and improve models for strategy teams to use in their day-to-day work using rigorous statistical methods. • Support the Data Department: Be a team player, provide support and feedback for technical projects led by the Data Department. • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management, adapting to evolving business needs and contributing to the team’s success.

Salary: $85,000-$100,000 Location: Washington, D.C. or remote Middle Seat is a full-service media and fundraising firm that supports progressive causes and candidates. We work with a variety of progressive campaigns, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and causes that are on the front lines of important fights. We believe in honoring the authentic perspective of our clients and helping them take principled stances, even if that means pushing the envelope or shaking things up in the progressive space. Our firm is values-driven, and we are intentional about working with clients who share our left-of-center values. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance and consistent employee feedback and communication. Prospective applicants are welcome to learn more about our company culture.  This role is part of the bargaining unit Why Middle Seat - Competitive salaries and great benefits - We only work for progressive organizations, candidates, and causes - We’re a proudly unionized team — part of the Campaign Workers Guild - Get in on the ground floor of a growing operation About the Role As a Data Analyst at Middle Seat Digital, you will support our analytics work, providing insights into our advertising, fundraising, and organizing strategies. Your day-to-day will range from setting up dashboards and cutting email and phone lists to answering critical reporting questions and improving existing infrastructure. You will be working with a tech stack that includes Redshift SQL, Google Looker Studio, and Google Sheets. You'll also work with the Democratic Party tech stack, including but not limited to platforms like ActBlue, ActionKit, Action Network, Civis, NGPVAN, Numero, Switchboard, Tatango and more. We are looking for a Data Analyst with a combination of the right technical expertise and a passion for helping progressive causes and candidates succeed. This position reports to the Sr. Data Engineer . Job Responsibilities - Lead our data visualization and analytics work: Setup, upgrade, and troubleshoot both internal and external dashboards. Proactively provide analysis for ongoing work. Curate a culture of data-driven decision making and self-service analytics. - Manage the lifecycle of data requests: Actively monitor and respond to the internal Slack data requests, engaging in timely back-and-forth communication with staff to clarify technical requirements, provide status updates, and ensure the final data delivery matches the strategic need. - Document data standards and how-tos: Create and maintain clear documentation (data dictionaries and schema maps) for data sources and reporting logic to ensure a shared understanding of metrics across the agency. - Train and support teammates on data products and digital tools: Provide technical training and assistance to team members. Offer guidance and support to teammates utilizing digital tools. - Execute list rentals and buys: Lead the coordination and execution of internal and external email and phone data rentals and buys. Manage the secure transfer of PII. - Cross-platform quality assurance: Perform regular audits to reconcile data discrepancies between CRMs (e.g., ActionKit vs. ActBlue) and reporting tools to ensure the "single source of truth" remains accurate. - Support teammates in testing setup and rigor: Partner with strategy teams to design rigorous A/B tests for their different tactics, and analyze results to provide statistical confidence on high-performing content. - Lead agency-wide data modelling: Design, deploy, validate, and improve models for strategy teams to use in their day-to-day work using rigorous statistical methods. - Support the Data Department: Be a team player, provide support and feedback for technical projects led by the Data Department. - Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management, adapting to evolving business needs and contributing to the team’s success.