Communications Multimedia Specialist

Organization: We believe a better LA County--a better world--is possible. At LA Voice we say “yes” to wholeness and justice in the face of division, disintegration, and systems that dehumanize us. Yes to kinship. Yes to belonging. Yes to our power to bring about change through nonviolent means. Yes to community. We are a team with diverse experiences working with communities of faith and moral courage across LA county on a journey to abundant life and racial equity. LA Voice believes all people have power and a voice.

Every day we amplify that power by uniting diverse faith voices and equipping grassroots leaders to stand-up for what their communities need, winning systemic changes that improve the lives of everyone in LA County. We are an interfaith, multi-racial, multi-lingual organization of 60 churches, synagogues, mosques, and other communities that represent more than 50,000 families in Los Angeles County. (See our Facebook page L. A. Voice or website www. lavoice. org). LA Voice is a member of Faith in Action and PICO California.

Job OverviewLA Voice is seeking a Communications Multimedia Specialist to provide media production expertise and creative leadership to our organizational communications. Reporting to the Communications Director, this position will play a key role in LA Voice’s efforts to use storytelling and media to shift the narrative in our county from scarcity towards abundance and equity. They will be the primary creator of media content for LA Voice and a strategic partner with our Communications Director and Communications Assistant.  Responsibilities and Duties:

Support and strategize with Communications Director in the development and implementation of organizational communications strategy that amplifies the work of LA VoiceOwn video production for Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube with direction from Communications Director and support from Communications AssistantOwn graphic design and campaign branding, support brand stewardship Coordinate with cross-functional teamsCollaborate with Communications Director and Communications Assistant to develop and implement engaging digital content strategiesSupport and collaborate with the Communications Assistant, who manages social media and email communicationBrainstorm and develop content ideas and own their creationSupport the Communications Director in the development and management of  communications strategy for our affiliated 501c(4) organization, LA Voice ActionPerform other duties as assignedQualifications1-3 years professional experience in communications, preferably in a nonprofit and/or social-change environmentFluency in Spanish (reading and writing)Storytelling abilities to create narratives that are ethical, equitable, and resonate with audiencesProficiency in multimedia production software (e.

g. , Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro)Technical skills in video and audio production, including shooting, editing, and post-productionTechnical skills in graphic designAbility to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teamsAbility to solve problems creatively and adapt to challengesOther possible qualifications: Experience with community organizingExperience working with communities of faithA bachelor’s degree combined with some form of ongoing education--a Master’s Degree, professional development certifications, etc.  Life experience with incarceration, being undocumented, or homelessness/housing displacement/severe rent burdenCompensation: This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. The job includes some evening and weekend work.

 Salary is competitive for the region and based on experience and demonstrated capacities, in a range from $68,000- $80,000. LA Voice’s compensation structure was developed from best practices in equitable and transparent compensation, and includes a generous benefits package including matching 401(k); 15 days paid vacation increasing to 20 after three years of service and 25 after five years (plus holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year); and medical, dental, and vision insurance.

 LA Voice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.