2 Jobs: Communications and Web/Graphics with AFSCME (Women, people of color and LGBT welcome)

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Strategic Communicators, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) from time to time hires dedicated and creative strategic communications professionals to help design and implement communications strategies for our union organizing and other campaigns around the country. To be considered w, please see below.

AFSCME is the nation's largest public service labor union and a leader in the fight for social and economic change. All across the country we're fighting for dignity and respect for the people who do the toughest jobs in America.

Responsibilities may include:
• Preparing materials for speeches, flyers, leaflets, and online communications.
• Working with members to effectively advocate for themselves and the public services they provide.
• Supporting other activities carried out by the campaign.

Qualifications:
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience creating content for print and/or electronic media, social networks and/or blogs, radio, video, direct mail.
• Political, labor, student or community organizing experience.
• Some knowledge of labor and media relations.
• Strong MS Office Suite and basic graphic design (InDesign or Quark) experience preferred.
• Ability to work long and irregular hours including weekends.
• Valid driver's license.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Women, people of color and LGBT people are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, email a résumé and cover letter detailing why you want to work in the labor movement to [e-mail]


Graphic Artist and Web Editor,


AFSCME Maryland (Baltimore, Md.)

Salary Range:


Salary starts in the mid-$40,000s with excellent benefits


AFSCME MD represents over 30,000 workers and is the fastest growing union in MD. We are committed to building a stronger union with an active membership that continues to fight in the workplace and at the legislature for dignity, respect and a fair standard of living for all state workers.

We have an opening for a graphic artist and web editor based in Baltimore.

Responsibilities:

Support the development and implementation of innovative communications strategies to support AFSCME Maryland’s priority campaigns and initiatives.
Plan and implement improvements to the union’s website that will increase the ability to communicate timely information and action alerts to members and allies.
Produce and edit videos that will promote AFSCME MD’s mission and our commitment to the communities we serve.
Assist in the development and implementation of social networking platforms.
Design high impact newsletters, leaflets, posters, ads, and other material.
Expand the union’s text messaging and email communications network.

Requirements:

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to create compelling web content and experience managing a website.
Ability to create videos from concept to finished product including scripting, production and editing.
Proficiency with Word Press, Quark, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe PhotoShop software.
Proficiency in utilizing new media such as blogging, Twitter and Facebook.
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work in a high pressure environment.
Commitment to working for social justice.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours with some weekend work required.

How to Apply: Email a cover letter and resume to [e-mail]



Also: Become an AFSCME Organizer: http://www.afscme.org/organize/become-an-organizer

Other employment opportunities with AFSCME are available online at: http://www.afscme.org/union/employment