Washington, D.c., United States of America Hybrid

Middle Seat is hiring a Managing Strategist, Texting

Lead, mentor, and strategize across high-priority texting initiatives for progressive clients. As the primary point of contact for key accounts, you’ll shape program direction, oversee execution, and ensure messaging aligns with campaign goals. Your leadership will directly influence both client outcomes and team growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct the strategy and implementation of paid texting programs, from initial planning through performance analysis and optimization
  • Manage 3–4 direct reports with regular check-ins, performance evaluations, and professional development planning
  • Review and refine client-facing content, ensuring clarity, consistency, and strategic alignment
  • Oversee financial tracking, forecasting, and invoicing to maintain program sustainability and scalability
  • Design and execute mobile list growth strategies, measuring impact on fundraising and engagement
  • Develop media plans that tie acquisition spending to measurable outcomes, adjusting based on real-time performance
  • Lead hiring efforts for the texting team and contribute to onboarding new clients and staff
  • Build internal training resources and improve workflows to strengthen cross-team collaboration
  • Respond quickly to urgent campaign moments, guiding teams with sound judgment and strategic focus
  • Present new business proposals and support client expansion through data-informed pitches

Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid model, supporting remote work with team presence in Washington, D.C. The organization is proudly unionized under the Campaign Workers Guild, offering competitive compensation between $80,000 and $95,000. All work centers on advancing progressive causes, with an emphasis on collaboration, equity, and professional growth.

Required Skills
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Posted 2 months ago