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Democratic Socialists of America · 4 days ago

Media Coordinator

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $66K/yr

3+ years exp

Democratic Socialists of America is the largest socialist organization in the United States, with over 94,000 members and chapters in all 50 states. They are seeking a Media Coordinator to support the communications strategy, create media content, and provide resources for chapters across the country.

PoliticsSocial

Responsibilities

Support the Comms Director and Comms co-chairs in carrying out the organization’s national external media strategy

Create and execute Comms trainings for DSA and YDSA chapters across the country

Provide other ongoing external comms resources to chapters and committees including assistance with media inquiries, rapid response support and media prep

Create or coordinate volunteers in creating video content to increase DSA’s reach on video platforms

Create or coordinate volunteers in creating graphic design for social media, campaigns, events, etc. as well as new merch and printed materials

Post approved social media posts, statements, and other external messaging as requested by DSA National leaders

Carry out rapid-response comms strategies as needed for external crises affecting the organization

Coordinate external media for large national events by inviting journalists and creators, coordinating messaging, and prepping spokespeople

Support the comms team in copy-editing, coding, and sending of national emails

Provide logistical support for national events, including in-person events and mass calls

Perform other duties which may arise based on the needs of the organization

Qualification

Comms strategyMedia advisoriesContent creationGraphic designSocial media managementMultilingualAccountabilityCreativityAdaptability

Required

Demonstrated knowledge, experience and self-motivation working on a comprehensive comms strategy with staff and volunteers or members

Ability to work effectively with member leaders from varying political viewpoints underneath DSA's big tent

Creativity to produce exciting and interesting content and ability to propose thoughtful and unique communication strategies and projects to national leadership

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a non-traditional leadership structure, adapting to changing political conditions and organizational needs

High level of accountability, responsibility, and dependability

Experience writing and pitching media advisories and press releases

Ability to travel on occasion

Commitment to democratic socialist, feminist, anti-racist, anti-ableist, anti-heterosexist and pro-worker action, and identify as a socialist and be grounded in democratic socialist politics; general agreement with the positions and perspectives of DSA