Position Overview: The American Civil Liberties Union of Mississippi is seeking a Digital Communications Strategist to join our team. The Digital Communications Strategist will play a key role in the implementation of communications strategies that 1) maximize ACLU-MS’ ability to achieve its mission and goals and 2) increase ACLU-MS’ visibility throughout the state. The position entails supporting the organization’s work by strategically communicating ACLU-MS’ initiatives and messages digitally, in print, and via other tactics.
Schedule: This is a full-time position, hybrid position. Some in-office work is required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Digital Media:
- Draft and post web content, maintain website, and track and report website metrics;
- Design and create digital graphics and infographics;
- Create digital ads;
- Identify photos and other graphics for use in digital and print publications; maintain inventory of images and assets; and ensure proper attribution;
- Assist in content creation for social media channels (e.g. Instagram, Facebook and X) and assist with posting to social media channels.
Print Material:
- Design and layout print materials, including brochures, newsletters and annual reports;
- Design and maintain merchandise inventory;
- Design and maintain inventory of ACLU educational resources.
Communications Team Support:
- Assist with planning, scheduling and implementing communications calendar, in collaboration with Communications Director; and
- Assist with tracking and collecting press clippings as needed.
Other tasks as assigned by the Communications Director or Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A commitment to ACLU’s mission and to systemic equity, and an understanding that this issue is central to protecting civil liberties and civil rights for all Tennesseans;
- Exceptional writing skills;
- Strong graphic design skills (digital and print);
- Creative, results-oriented self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision and on a team;
- Capacity to meet deadlines;
- Experience working with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop); Experience with Canva and Sprout Social a plus
- Knowledge of basic web design, including familiarity with Wordpress and Drupal;
- Experience working with social media such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram;
- Keen attention to detail, ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects at various stages, and good problem-solving skills;
- A positive professional attitude with sound judgment, flexibility, determination, and a good sense of humor;
- Ability to communicate with a range of audiences;
- Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and a personal approach that values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity and national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and socio-economic status;
- Photography and/or videography skills, knowledge of Associated Press style.
Compensation and Terms:
- This position is full-time, exempt, and will pay an annual salary of between $40,000 and $50,000, depending on experience. Excellent benefits offered, including paid vacation; sick leave; employer-paid medical insurance for employees; 401(k) retirement benefits plan with employer match; life insurance; extended medical leave including parental leave after an eligible period; professional development opportunities. ACLU-MS full-time employees enjoy hybrid work schedules. Staff are able to work 3 days in office and 2 days remotely.
To Apply:
E-mail a letter of interest, resume to crichardson@aclu-ms.org with a subject line of Digital Communications Strategist. A portfolio and references will be required of those chosen for final interviews.
Deadline:
Application materials will be reviewed as received and will be accepted until the position is filled.
The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.
