Data Analyst (Freelance) - Remote

Accelerate Change is a nonprofit (c3/c4) digital media lab founded in 2012. We work to increase civic engagement with BIPOC and low-income communities through digital media, including scaling cultural media properties, investing in established properties, building influencer networks, and driving civic engagement campaigns. Learn more about our theory of change and impact.

About the role

Accelerate Change is seeking a freelance Data Analyst to support our voter registration and ‘get out the vote’ (GOTV) program for election cycle 2026. This role will measure the impact of GOTV outreach and translate data into clear, actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document a clear measurement framework to assess the impact of GOTV outreach (e.g., registration, turnout, engagement).
• Analyze Facebook Messenger and SMS campaign performance, including timing, messaging, and audience segmentation.
• Conduct voter file matching analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts.
• Build and maintain Looker Studio dashboards that provide accessible, decision-useful insights for internal teams and partners.
• Generate ongoing reports during GOTV periods to monitor performance and surface actionable insights.
• Produce a comprehensive post-GOTV analysis summarizing outcomes, learnings, and recommendations.
• Translate complex data into clear narratives and visualizations for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Collaborate with internal staff to define required data inputs and ensure alignment between data collection and measurement goals.
• Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve future GOTV strategies and data practices.
• Support ad hoc analysis requests and data inquiries from internal teams as needed.

Requirements

• Commitment to social justice. Accelerate Change is a mission-driven organization focused on social change and social justice, with a focus on communities of color. You have a demonstrated commitment to this work.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with data systems management, BigQuery, Looker Studio, and statistical models. Experience with voter file matching and civic engagement metrics is a plus.
• Creative problem-solving skills to find innovative solutions to data challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for understanding project requirements and collaborating with team members.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines consistently.

Pay

$70 - $95 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

This is a 4-month, freelance opportunity with the potential to renew. Hours per week will vary between 10 to 20.