The Institute of Women & Ethnic Studies Job Opening

Job Opening: Media & Communications Coordinator 

Status: Full Time, Salaried position available immediately 

Job Summary: IWES is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the Media & Communications Coordinator who will be responsible for the coordination and support of all media and communications related activities and events. This includes earned media, digital communications, film production and social marketing campaigns. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and regularly update the IWES website, which includes but is not limited to: 1) monitoring the site for outdated content, 2) working with the web designer to add new content and keep it up to date and 3) taking photographs and coordinating bios from new staff
• Maintain the IWES communications work plan and ensure communications staff are aware of upcoming deliverables
• Coordinate the internal communications request process, which includes but is not limited to: 1) keeping track of requests in an online database, 2) coordinating requests from IWES staff members, 3) monitoring the timely completion of requests
• Maintain a database of all IWES press (paid and earned media) including news articles, interviews and radio or television appearances
• Coordinate media-related events such as film screenings, panels, community gatherings and launch events
• Maintain communication with traditional media outlets (such as TV stations, billboard companies, and radio stations) to promote IWES’ work
• Support and coordinate IWES film projects including but not limited to: 1) videography, 2) coordinating with cast/crew/subjects of projects; 3) photography; and 4) editing
• Assist in the supervision of volunteers and interns involved in IWES media projects, as necessary
• Provide support to Program Staff in planning, implementation and development of media-related program activities

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in fine arts, marketing and/or communications, journalism or equivalent
• 2-3 years’ experience in film production, film editing and social media marketing/management
• Experience with basic film equipment (i.e. camera, sound, tripod, etc.)
• Experience with photography
• Proficiency in current versions of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience with applicable media, editing and graphic software (i.e. Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop)
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, preferably including experience in cross-cultural exchanges
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, particularly to participate in media productions, as needed (limited requirement)
• Interest in community-based film projects and an understanding of new media and film trends
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Sensitivity to cultural, racial and sexual diversity
• Willingness and experience working with youth, particularly youth of color
• Spanish language skills – a plus
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to organizational mission

Apply NOW
Position available immediately. Starting salary commensurate with experience; excellent benefits.