EPIP
Communications Coordinator (CE)
EPIP, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Critical Exposure (CE) needs a full-time Communications Coordinator to share CE’s mission and impact through digital platforms, printed collateral, and events/exhibits and provide fundraising administrative support. The Communications Coordinator will also work in partnership with CE youth and program staff to collect and share youth photos and stories, which serve as the basis for CE communications. The goal of this position is to develop relationships with CE’s stakeholders, including youth, funders, partner organizations, and vendors.CE is looking for someone with a combination of 2-3 years’ experience in communications; outreach and marketing; and project coordination. The prospective hire enjoys wrangling chaos, skillfully juggles multiple priorities, insists on the need for systems, and keeps calm while making it happen.About Critical Exposure
CE is a local DC nonprofit organization that trains DC youth of color ages 14-21 to harness the power of photography and their own voices to fight for education equity and social justice. Youth use photography as a tool to document the issues directly impacting their lives and to strengthen their campaigns. Through our programs and partnerships, we are developing a new generation of youth leaders who possess:the ability to analyze social issuesthe tools to express themselvesthe creativity to imagine new solutions to old problemsthe belief that youth have the right and ability to fight for those solutionsthe skills to hold communities and public officials accountableSince 2004, CE has trained more than 2,600 DC youth of color to be agents of change. Youth have used their photography and narratives to fight for restorative justice programs, a new school library, and solutions to the school-to-prison-pipeline. In order for long-term, structural change to take place, we believe those impacted most directly by an issue must be the ones leading the fight for solutions. For that reason, CE creates the space for young people to advocate for themselves. We do not provide social services or advocate on behalf of youth.Work Experience and Qualities of a Successful Candidate
Belief in the power of photography and the arts to serve as effective organizing toolsAbility to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines efficiently and excellentlyAbility to be self-directed and thrive in a highly collaborative team environmentIntersectional commitment to undoing internalized, interpersonal, and institutionalized oppressionDemonstrated self-awareness, reflections, and desire to contribute talents and develop new strengthsAbility to create and or/adapt processes to strengthen the way teams and the organization operatesCreative spirit and artful eye with the ability to make exhibits/events interactive, fresh, and dynamicLove for infusing laughter, creativity, and play into social justice work and lifeResponsibilities
The Communications Coordinator will:Coordinate communications and logistics for CE’s two major annual eventsManage all logistics and communication for 6-8 traveling and permanent exhibits annually, such as curation, printing and framing, and event layout/flowAssist with fundraising communications, including year-end appeal, giving days, managing ticket sales and online giving pages, and donor acknowledgmentsUse donor database (EveryAction) to process gifts, generate acknowledgments, track relevant information, build contact lists, and produce reports for internal strategy and external communicationsStrengthen and maintain CE story bank for communications/marketing contentMaintain an active, compelling, and consistent digital presence, specifically social media and websiteManage online photo and video archivesDraft, edit, and distribute monthly e-newsletterDevelop, maintain, and coordinate relationships with partner vendors, primarily printers and marketing/design firmsEngage local businesses and retailers in promoting CE through exhibits or other opportunitiesEngage youth in organizational communications and strategySupport youth campaign working group(s) with communications, skills, and strategy techniquesRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Comfortable and effective engaging a diverse population of stakeholders including youth, partner organizations, funders, vendors, and the D.C. communityCommitment to social justice and to developing the strategic communications capacity of people directly impacted by injusticeExperience and/or basic training in photography and videographyProfessional experience with social media, web design, and email communication toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing experience and ability to authentically convey youth/CE voice.Experience with CRM systems and data managementPhysical ability to transport and set up exhibits (some lifting required)Ability to capitalize on CE’s tremendous raw materials: photos and writing from youthAbility to enhance storytelling with visual images, data, and direct quotesAvailability to work some evenings and weekends in support of CE programs and events.Possess valid Driver’s LicenseDesired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience working with small non-profit organizationsGraphic design skills and experience creating physical and digital collateralExperience in social media analytics to determine best messaging, timing, outlets, etc.Compensation and Benefits
The starting salary for this position is $40,000, and compensation is commensurate with experience. We offer a generous and flexible benefit package including health care, retirement, paid time off, cell phone reimbursement, and travel stipends. We are committed to leadership development and prioritize continuing education opportunities for all staff.To Apply
Candidates should send (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) writing sample to hiring@criticalexposure.org with “Communications Coordinator application” in the subject line. Please apply by Friday, October 18th, our application deadline.
People of color and DC natives are strongly encouraged to apply.
Critical Exposure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
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CE is a local DC nonprofit organization that trains DC youth of color ages 14-21 to harness the power of photography and their own voices to fight for education equity and social justice. Youth use photography as a tool to document the issues directly impacting their lives and to strengthen their campaigns. Through our programs and partnerships, we are developing a new generation of youth leaders who possess:the ability to analyze social issuesthe tools to express themselvesthe creativity to imagine new solutions to old problemsthe belief that youth have the right and ability to fight for those solutionsthe skills to hold communities and public officials accountableSince 2004, CE has trained more than 2,600 DC youth of color to be agents of change. Youth have used their photography and narratives to fight for restorative justice programs, a new school library, and solutions to the school-to-prison-pipeline. In order for long-term, structural change to take place, we believe those impacted most directly by an issue must be the ones leading the fight for solutions. For that reason, CE creates the space for young people to advocate for themselves. We do not provide social services or advocate on behalf of youth.Work Experience and Qualities of a Successful Candidate
Belief in the power of photography and the arts to serve as effective organizing toolsAbility to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines efficiently and excellentlyAbility to be self-directed and thrive in a highly collaborative team environmentIntersectional commitment to undoing internalized, interpersonal, and institutionalized oppressionDemonstrated self-awareness, reflections, and desire to contribute talents and develop new strengthsAbility to create and or/adapt processes to strengthen the way teams and the organization operatesCreative spirit and artful eye with the ability to make exhibits/events interactive, fresh, and dynamicLove for infusing laughter, creativity, and play into social justice work and lifeResponsibilities
The Communications Coordinator will:Coordinate communications and logistics for CE’s two major annual eventsManage all logistics and communication for 6-8 traveling and permanent exhibits annually, such as curation, printing and framing, and event layout/flowAssist with fundraising communications, including year-end appeal, giving days, managing ticket sales and online giving pages, and donor acknowledgmentsUse donor database (EveryAction) to process gifts, generate acknowledgments, track relevant information, build contact lists, and produce reports for internal strategy and external communicationsStrengthen and maintain CE story bank for communications/marketing contentMaintain an active, compelling, and consistent digital presence, specifically social media and websiteManage online photo and video archivesDraft, edit, and distribute monthly e-newsletterDevelop, maintain, and coordinate relationships with partner vendors, primarily printers and marketing/design firmsEngage local businesses and retailers in promoting CE through exhibits or other opportunitiesEngage youth in organizational communications and strategySupport youth campaign working group(s) with communications, skills, and strategy techniquesRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Comfortable and effective engaging a diverse population of stakeholders including youth, partner organizations, funders, vendors, and the D.C. communityCommitment to social justice and to developing the strategic communications capacity of people directly impacted by injusticeExperience and/or basic training in photography and videographyProfessional experience with social media, web design, and email communication toolsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing experience and ability to authentically convey youth/CE voice.Experience with CRM systems and data managementPhysical ability to transport and set up exhibits (some lifting required)Ability to capitalize on CE’s tremendous raw materials: photos and writing from youthAbility to enhance storytelling with visual images, data, and direct quotesAvailability to work some evenings and weekends in support of CE programs and events.Possess valid Driver’s LicenseDesired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Experience working with small non-profit organizationsGraphic design skills and experience creating physical and digital collateralExperience in social media analytics to determine best messaging, timing, outlets, etc.Compensation and Benefits
The starting salary for this position is $40,000, and compensation is commensurate with experience. We offer a generous and flexible benefit package including health care, retirement, paid time off, cell phone reimbursement, and travel stipends. We are committed to leadership development and prioritize continuing education opportunities for all staff.To Apply
Candidates should send (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) writing sample to hiring@criticalexposure.org with “Communications Coordinator application” in the subject line. Please apply by Friday, October 18th, our application deadline.
People of color and DC natives are strongly encouraged to apply.
Critical Exposure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
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