American Experiments is a cultural communications and production house dedicated to reaching young, news-avoidant audiences across the new American media landscape. Since 2020, we have organized and grown a network of creators, celebrities, podcasters, and other communicators who deliver persuasive, progressive, and pro-democratic content into our audience’s newsfeeds every day. We believe that all actions, political or otherwise, are downstream from cultural attitudes, and focusing on cultural-first media will empower our movement to rebuild a winning coalition.
We are seeking a culturally fluent, relationship-driven ** Senior Media Partnerships Manager** with approximately** 6-8+ years of experience** to expand our reach across both political and cultural media ecosystems. This role sits at the intersection of digital media, political communications, and audience strategy — building authentic partnerships with podcasts, digital-first shows, and other new media creators, equipping trusted messengers, and finding organic entry points into cultural conversations that matter to our mission.
Build and manage a diverse portfolio of relationships with new media creators — YouTube hosts, podcasters, streamers, newsletter writers, and cultural figures — spanning both political and non-political spaces.
Identify cultural media spaces and figures whose audiences intersect with our issues and develop strategies to organically integrate political and issue-based conversations into those environments.
Develop and maintain a robust network of progressive messengers, surrogates, and advocates; manage those relationships directly and coordinate across staff and partners who hold their own valuable relationships.
Lead end-to-end interview and placement preparation: brief guests on the host, audience, and format; work with others on the team to create and deliver message guidance grounded in research and polling as needed; and prepare hosts and producers with compelling angles and context.
Apply knowledge of messaging research and best practices to ensure our surrogates are communicating with clarity, resonance, and consistency across placements.
Pitch and place communicators, content, and narratives with new media outlets; track coverage and measure impact.
Monitor the new media landscape — political and cultural — for emerging voices, trending conversations, and timely partnership opportunities.
Activate the network quickly and effectively during rapid-response moments.
6–8+ years of experience in communications, media relations, political communications, or a related field, including demonstrated experience in new or digital media.
Deep familiarity with the new media landscape across both political and cultural spaces; ideally this person already has pre-existing relationships with players in this field.
Ability to identify and navigate cultural media environments where issue-based conversations can be introduced organically, without feeling forced or out of place.
Experience working with messengers, surrogates, or advocacy networks; proven ability to not just maintain your own relationships but to manage other people with valuable networks and get productive work out of those relationships.
Strong understanding of messaging research and best practices, including how to apply polling, message testing, and audience insight to real-world communications.
Experience leading interview preparation for both surrogates and media partners, including crafting briefing materials, message guidance, and host prep.
Exceptional networking instincts, not just building a rolodex of relationships but developing real trust that leads to mutually beneficial outcomes.
Excellent written and verbal communication that can translate into strong pitches and storytelling.
Interest or experience in political, progressive, nonprofit, or advocacy spaces.
Collaborative, respectful, proactive, and excited to build power for the progressive movement.
The salary range for this position is $100,000–$120,000 annually, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt, remote position.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 100% of employee premiums and 70% of dependent premiums covered by the organization
Life insurance for employees
401(k) retirement account, with immediate eligibility upon hire (no employer match at this time)
Unlimited paid time off; we encourage all employees to take a minimum of 20 days per year in addition to paid holidays
This is a cycle hire role running through December 31, 2026. Continuation beyond that date may be considered based on organizational need, but is not guaranteed.
Please complete the application form, making sure to select the appropriate role. We require a copy of your resume, contact information, and a brief description of your interest in the role. You are optionally welcome to include a cover letter, links to a sample content portfolio, and/or references.
If you’re enthusiastic about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to consider applying anyway. We are looking for passionate team members who are eager to learn, and you might still be the right fit for this position or future roles at AEP.
The American Experiments is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.