Application Guide

How to Apply for Content Producer (30hrs/wk)

at Protect Ethical Prosecutors

🏢 About Protect Ethical Prosecutors

Protect Ethical Prosecutors (PEP) is a unique nonprofit laser-focused on closing the accountability gap for prosecutorial misconduct—a niche but critical area of criminal justice reform. Working here means contributing to systemic change that restores integrity and public trust in the legal system, with a small, mission-driven team where your content can directly influence policy and public opinion.

About This Role

This 30hr/wk contract role is the voice of PEP across social media, requiring you to build and manage content that educates and mobilizes audiences on complex legal reform topics. Your work will involve turning raw footage and policy insights into compelling short-form videos and copy, driving engagement and awareness on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day starts by checking analytics from yesterday’s posts and drafting a quick metrics snapshot. You’ll then edit a short-form video from raw footage using CapCut, write captions that tie into PEP’s latest reform update, and schedule posts across Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn via Hootsuite. Afternoon involves brainstorming next week’s content calendar with the team and testing AI tools to draft copy for an email campaign.

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🎯 Who Protect Ethical Prosecutors Is Looking For

  • Has 3-5+ years producing content for advocacy, public affairs, or nonprofit clients, with a portfolio showing short-form videos that drove action or awareness on justice issues.
  • Is proficient in CapCut, Descript, or Premiere for fast video editing, and Canva/Hootsuite for scheduling—plus comfortable using AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude to draft copy or generate ideas.
  • Thrives on independence and deadlines, able to manage a weekly publishing calendar across 5+ platforms without hand-holding, and delivers metrics snapshots that show what worked and why.
  • Has a strong grasp of narrative storytelling around legal or ethical topics, and can simplify prosecutorial misconduct concepts for a general audience without losing nuance.

📝 Tips for Applying to Protect Ethical Prosecutors

1

Tailor your resume and portfolio to highlight short-form video work for advocacy or justice reform—include metrics like views, shares, or engagement rates from past campaigns.

2

In your cover letter, mention a specific PEP campaign or case (e.g., their work on prosecutorial misconduct in a high-profile case) and propose a content idea for it.

3

Show your AI tool proficiency by using ChatGPT or Claude to draft a sample caption for one of PEP’s Instagram posts, and include it as a supplemental document.

4

Demonstrate platform knowledge by noting differences in audience behavior on TikTok vs. LinkedIn for justice reform, and how you’d adapt content.

5

Submit a 30-second test edit of a raw clip (if possible) or a link to a portfolio piece that shows your editing style—PEP values action-oriented, clear storytelling.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your passion for criminal justice reform and understanding of prosecutorial misconduct’s impact on communities.', 'Highlight your experience with short-form video and copywriting that drives engagement on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, with specific metrics.', 'Show how you’ve used AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude) to streamline content production or generate ideas, aligning with PEP’s likely resource constraints.', 'Mention your ability to work independently and manage a consistent publishing schedule, as this is a contract role requiring self-motivation.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read PEP’s website and blog to understand their key reform proposals and recent cases of prosecutorial misconduct they’ve highlighted.
  • → Follow PEP’s current social media accounts to analyze their existing content style, engagement patterns, and gaps you could fill.
  • → Research high-profile prosecutorial misconduct cases (e.g., the Mike Nifong case or recent local examples) to show familiarity with the issue.
  • → Look into PEP’s partner organizations or coalitions to understand their network and potential cross-promotion opportunities.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you explain prosecutorial misconduct to a TikTok audience in 60 seconds?
2 Describe a time you turned a complex policy issue into a viral short-form video. What was your process?
3 How do you prioritize content across 5+ platforms with a 30-hour week? Walk through your weekly workflow.
4 What metrics do you track to measure content success for a nonprofit, and how do you report them?
5 How have you used AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude in your content production? Give a specific example.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don’t submit a generic application—failing to mention prosecutorial misconduct or PEP’s mission signals you didn’t research the role.
  • Avoid focusing only on graphic design or long-form content; this role is heavily video- and copy-focused, so prioritize those in your portfolio.
  • Don’t overpromise on availability if you can’t commit to a consistent weekly cadence—this contract requires reliability without supervision.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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