About GWC: Founded in 2001, the Garment Worker Center is a worker rights organization leading an anti-sweatshop movement to improve conditions for tens of thousands of Los Angeles garment workers. Through direct organizing, GWC develops leaders who demand enforcement of strong labor laws and accountability from factory owners, manufacturers, and fashion brands. We center immigrant workers, women of color, and their families who are impacted by exploitation in the fashion industry.
Position description: GWC seeks a dedicated team member to develop and coordinate GWC’s media presence and communications strategy for the organization as whole and our campaigns. The Communications Coordinator will work closely with worker members to train them in story-telling and media work, and prepare them for media events and presentations. Must be fluent in English and Spanish.
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In coordination with the Director and campaign leads, develop strategic communications plans, including messaging.
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Receive and manage media inquiries.
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Train and prepare staff and members to give media interviews.
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Draft media advisories, press releases, and quotes for the organization.
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Consistently update all of our social media platforms with campaign alerts, media coverage, and event updates.
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Utilize social media reporting tools and analyze the results.
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Consistently manage and update our website.
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Coordinate graphic design for organizational and campaign materials.
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Provide technical assistance with zoom training and events streamed over social media.
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1-2 years of relevant experience.
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Fluent in English and Spanish.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
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Expertise with on-line organizing and social media technology.
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Demonstrated commitment to social, racial, gender, and economic justice.
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Self-motivated, able to set priorities and goals, and also works well in collective settings.
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Trained in Microsoft Word and Excel; Google Calendar, Google Drive.
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Salary scale from $50,000-$55,000.
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Generous paid sick time, vacation, and holidays.
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Health and dental benefits.
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DEADLINE: April 18, 2022
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Send cover letter, resume, and references to Marissa Nuncio, Director, at [email protected].
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Interviews will be conducted by a staff and worker member hiring committee.
NOTE: Partial remote work is available for this position.
THE GARMENT WORKER CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, GENDER, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, OR AGE. ALL PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.