Head of Communications&PR

Step Up Louisiana Communications CoordinatorStep Up Louisiana, along with our sister organization, Step Up for Action, is a community based organization committed to building power to win education and economic justice for all. We organize with parents, workers, students, and community members to disrupt systemic oppression in our schools and workplaces through voter education, advocacy and action.We do the long term base-building work we need to win and we are flexible to respond in times of crisis.45,000 - $52,000, depending on experienceBenefits: Step Up Louisiana staff enjoy good benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, generous holiday and vacation policies.In-person New Orleans, LA or Baton Rouge, LAStep Up Louisiana seeks a Communications Coordinator to support our organization in getting our message out, using digital technology and winning progressive change. This is an ideal position for an ambitious strategic thinker and excellent writer looking for a high-growth opportunity with a fast-paced, young organization. While this role is intended for someone early in their career in communications, the Step Up Louisiana team has a highly collaborative work style and expects all team members to contribute ideas and strategies to help us support our members and win education and economic justice for all.ResponsibilitiesManage social media accounts and websites, including drafting and publishing contentManage project timelinesResearch communications and PR opportunities and make recommendations to the organizationProactively propose creative strategies to help Step Up achieve our organizational goalsCollaborate with organizers, members, and co-directors in developing campaign strategies, plans and messagingInterface with media, including pitching reporters and coordinating interviewsDraft and edit press releases, media pitches, op-eds and other written deliverablesProvide hands-on support to Step Up at protests, press conferences and other in-person eventsSupport Step Up central office projects and practicesRequired QualificationsExcellent writing skillsStrong research skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to think strategicallyAbility to work on tight deadlines and manage multiple prioritiesCollege degree or comparable work experienceDeeply held progressive values and passion for social justiceDesired QualificationsExperience with community organizing, activism and/or policy advocacyExperience with media relations and/or communications strategyExperience with project management tools and practicesExperience managing websites, social media accounts, email lists, and other digital communication toolsBasic graphic design skillsBasic HTML/CSS skillsDeep understanding of anti-racism and anti-racist practicesStep Up Louisiana is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and actively recruits Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC), women, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community.