Social Media Specialist-Writer

Viderity is a HUBZone-certified and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering award-winning IT, digital, and creative solutions across federal and commercial markets. Our services span application development, creative services, cybersecurity, data analytics, strategic communications, event management, training, and program management. With over 15 years of proven success and exceptional past performance, we empower clients with innovative, measurable results.

Viderity is hiring a Social Media Specialist-Writer to support the U.S. National Science Foundation's (NSF) Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA). You will write engaging, accurate social media content that explains NSF science, programs and research to the public, working with NSF's multimedia staff. This is a full-time, remote position.

• Draft engaging, accurate posts for NSF's official social media channels.

• Collaborate with multimedia staff on storyboarding and message development.

• Translate complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences.

• Apply SEO and AEO (answer engine optimization) principles where appropriate.

• Ensure all content complies with the Plain Writing Act of 2010 and Section 508 accessibility standards.

• At least 5 years of experience writing for social media platforms, including at least 3 years writing for science-focused organizations.

• Ability to distill complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences.

• Experience using social media management systems, such as Cision, to schedule content.

• Knowledge of SEO and AEO principles.

• Familiarity with federal communication requirements, including the Plain Writing Act and Section 508 compliance.

• Degree in journalism, communications, or a science-related field.

• Location:
  
  Remote (U.S.).

• Employment type:
  
  Full-time, permanent (W-2, with benefits).

• Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. Some projects may require early, evening or weekend hours.

• Must be able to complete NSF onboarding, including a background investigation.

• Start date depends on the client's call order and NSF onboarding.

Viderity is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and HUBZone-certified small business and an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.