A Digital Content Manager oversees the content that appears on a website or social media channels. Manages a team of content producers and assign projects and tasks related to production of digital content.
The Thoreau Alliance 341 Virginia Road
Concord, MA 01742
Date Posted:
August 04, 2026
Region:
Remote Category:
Public Relations/Marketing Type:
Part-Time
Content Coordinator Description:
We are seeking a creative, solution-oriented professional to serve as our Content Coordinator. The ideal candidate will be curious about the scholarship surrounding Thoreau and the transcendentalists while also being passionate about making ideas accessible to broader audiences. This is a critical storytelling role for the Alliance, helping translate scholarship, collections, programs, and news into engaging content that inspires participation and broadens public understanding. Success in this role means helping more people discover theanization's work, engage with its programs, and connect with Thoreau's ideas. As a small nonprofit, we value initiative and flexibility. This position begins with a focused set of priorities designed for an approximately 10-hour average workweek. This is based on a flexible, hybrid schedule with regular on-site presence at Thoreau Farm and occasional evening or weekendmitments for programs and events. This position may expand in hours and responsibility based onanizational priorities and the successful candidate's interests and strengths. This is an especially good opportunity for PhD students or early-career humanities professionals seeking part-time paid experience in nonprofitmunications and public engagement. Core Responsibilities Collaborate with the Executive Director and other staff to plan a content calendar highlightinganizational activities and resources, including the annual conference, public programs, archives, publications, awards, and fellowships. Produce written and visual content for social media, newsletters, updates, and promotional materials. Theanization currently uses , , and as the primary social channels. update news, event pages, and featured content as needed. Potential Expanded Responsibilities (as hours and/or interests expand) Refine and implement outreach strategies to expand audiences, especially emerging scholars,munity members, publishers, contributors, and volunteers. Supportmunication to/for Fellowship awardees and other researchers.
Qualifications:
Strongmunication andanizational skills. Experience in content creation, digital media,munications, or social media management. Basic photography or graphic design skills, including experience with Canva. Familiarity with WordPress or similar CMS. Comfort learning new digital platforms. Interest in literature, history, or the humanities (knowledge of Thoreau and transcendentalism a plus). Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with staff and volunteers. Flexible schedule with availability for occasional evening/weekend events.
