Communications Specialist
LAANE is a leading advocacy organization dedicated to building a new economy for all. Combining dynamic research, innovative public policy and the organizing of broad alliances, LAANE promotes a new economic approach based on good jobs, thriving communities and a healthy environment. For more information about LAANE, see www.laane.org.
Position Description:
- Develop and implement communications strategies for one or more campaigns
- Write, edit and curate website and social media content
- Plan and execute media events
- Place stories in mainstream, independent, and online media sources
- Write press advisories, releases, pitches and other materials for media
- Create internal and external materials for campaigns, including talking points, fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, etc.
- Train spokespeople for political hearings and media events
- Photograph campaign events
- Create content for e-blasts
- Collaborate with and support dynamic communications and campaign teams
Qualifications
· Undergraduate degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field and/or 3-5 years relevant experience; advanced training may substitute for some experience
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic communications campaigns
- Demonstrated ability to craft messages for multiple audiences
· Experience in media relations, including writing media materials
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Experience working with social media and digital platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Word Press, etc.
- Experience with basic design of communications and outreach materials, including fliers/brochures, fact sheets, FAQs, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to anticipate needs and plan accordingly, coordinate complex activities, prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong, demonstrated commitment to the needs and concerns of working families
- Bilingual (written and conversational) in Spanish preferred but not required
- Knowledge/experience with any of these items is a plus: Word Press, Adobe Creative Suite, SLR camera and/or video editing skills a plus
Compensation and application process
Starting salary DOQ; full health benefits; 401K; generous time off; and annual salary increases. Send resume and cover letter (emailed as one document) to gpalencar@laane.org. No phone calls; only best-qualified applicants will receive response. People of color, and LGBTQ candidates encouraged to apply.
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