This position will be based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and/or Washington, D.C. FIRE operates on a hybrid work schedule that allows for a mix of in-the-office and remote work for eligible employees.

At FIRE, we believe that free speech makes free people. The right of the individual to speak their mind is fundamental for a free society. So we're on a mission to promote and defend free speech for all Americans without fear or favor — and we need an entrepreneurial and enthusiastic Marketing Associate who can work to ensure the proper promotion of FIRE’s work. FIRE’s advocacy relates to on- and off-campus issues. In the higher ed context, we also defend other individual rights including due process, academic freedom, and freedom of association. Applicants should be familiar with FIRE’s work both on campus and in the broader society.

About FIRE 

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression’s mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought — the most essential qualities of liberty. FIRE educates Americans about the importance of these inalienable rights, promotes a culture of respect for these rights, and provides the means to preserve them. 

Position Description

The Marketing Associate is responsible for aiding in the implementation of digital and traditional activism and marketing strategies in support of FIRE’s mission to unapologetically defend and sustain the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought.

The duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Building and deploying digital and traditional advertising campaigns.
• Monitoring social media activity and trends for marketing opportunities and leads.
• Measuring the performance of all marketing campaigns and assessing them against organizational goals.
• Assisting with administrative tasks such as expenses, scheduling meetings, taking notes during team meetings, and preparing reports and presentations.
• Maintaining FIRE’s Google Ads grant requirements.
• Assisting with the building, maintenance, and tracking of strategic marketing plans. 
• Collaborating with outside publishers, agencies, and other consultants.
• Evaluating emerging technologies to provide thought leadership and perspective for adoption where appropriate.
• Performing other support functions for the day-to-day operation of FIRE’s Communications department.  

This position involves a limited amount of travel. Occasional work on evenings and weekends is possible.

The expected start date for this position is as soon as possible.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will have a good work ethic, be a self-starter, exercise strong judgment, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and possess the ability to work independently. Most importantly, the candidate must demonstrate a knowledge and passion for FIRE’s mission and an ability to articulate that passion in a way that will make others enthusiastic about our cause.
A candidate must also be able to demonstrate:

1. A bachelor's degree, preferably in communications or business
2. Exceptional written and verbal communication and general copy editing skills.
3. Exemplary planning and organizational skills, including an ability to handle dynamic, challenging, and changing situations.
4. A demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software applications, tools and technologies such as Pardot, Salesforce, Sprout Social, G-Suite, Facebook Business, GoogleAds, Google Data Studio, and Google Analytics. 
5. High creativity with an interest in identifying target audiences and devising marketing campaigns that engage, inform, and motivate our audiences to take action. 
6. Experience managing social media accounts for a business or organization.
7. Creating and maintaining client relationships.

Salary and Compensation

Starting salary is negotiable and depends upon experience and education level. FIRE conducts periodic evaluations where employees may receive raises or bonuses for outstanding and excellent work. FIRE also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account option; matching retirement contributions; and a generous paid time-off plan.

Applications

Applicants should provide a resume, cover letter, a writing sample or other demonstration of work (case study of successful campaign, for example), salary requirements, and contact information for at least two professional references. All applications are confidential. Please address applications to Cait Scanlan, HR Manager.

FIRE is an equal opportunity employer.