The Campaign for College Opportunity (the Campaign) is seeking a highly proactive, energetic, creative, and experienced Communications Associate to support the mission and work of the organization. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Communications, the Senior Communications Associate will lead communications activities that strengthen the visibility of the Campaign and the issues the organization addresses by developing and delivering timely strategic communications including but not limited to print, online, and multimedia platforms and by supporting the research, development, outreach, and policy teams in their messaging.
The Organization:
The Campaign for College Opportunity is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) broad-based, bipartisan coalition, including business, education, and civil rights leaders, that is dedicated to ensuring all Californians have an equal opportunity to attend and succeed in college to build a vibrant workforce, economy and democracy. Our mission is focused on substantially increasing the number of students attending two- and four-year colleges in the state and who complete their college education. Every day, the Campaign fights to make public policy changes that will help more California students enter and complete college. The Campaign maintains offices in Los Angeles and Sacramento.
Position Summary:
The Communications Associate implements the Campaign’s mission by developing and promoting the Campaign’s key messages through publications, web platforms, videos, slide decks, social media, events, and campaigns. The Communications Associate works across a host of disciplines and platforms and is responsible for producing, editing, and curating content; providing basic website design and management; assisting with publication layout and design; and leading a sophisticated social media plan. The Communications Associate constantly monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of all communications efforts to improve and maximize the Campaign’s brand.
Responsibilities:
Content Creation (40%)
o As approved by the Director of Strategic Communications, create and curate daily engaging content on social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter) that will resonate with target audience. Develop a social media plan that grows the Campaign’s follower base and engagement that evolves based on constant monitoring of analytics.
o Keep a social media editorial calendar that can be shared with all staff and suggests a posting cadence. Current social media platforms include Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
o Engage and train appropriate staff to support social media efforts.
o Write and/or curate content for e-blasts, newsletters, and the Campaign blog. Act as primary editor for written content by other staff members and outside contributors.
o Develop graphics and brand templates for infographics, memes, shareable online copy, slide decks, images, and other visuals and guide/advise consultants on Campaign style.
o Produce video and short-form content, along with brand templates, for social and web platforms.
Communications Strategist (30%)
Traditional Media (15%)
Website (15%)
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will:
This is a hybrid position based in Los Angeles, with approximately 2-3 days a week expected in office. Some light travel will be required. The Communications Associate will report to the Director of Strategic Communications.
Vaccination Requirement
For the safety and wellbeing of our staff, the Campaign requires all employees to be fully vaccinated with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters as a condition of employment.
The Campaign for College Opportunity (the Campaign) is seeking a highly proactive, energetic, creative, and experienced Communications Associate to support the mission and work of the organization. Reporting to the Director of Strategic…
For regular, full-time employees, our total compensation package includes competitive, equitable base pay and benefits as outlined below:
· Competitive and equitable salary – Salaries reflect our compensation philosophy of market competitiveness and pay equity. All candidates receive a first/best offer in line with our market for talent and geography, and that recognizes their education/training, years of experience, and level of expertise.
· Health Insurance – We pay 100% of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and their dependents.
· Paid Time Off – We provide 3 weeks paid vacation, 13 paid holidays (including Cesar Chavez Day and Juneteenth), and 8 days paid sick leave, as well as extended holiday closures. Vacation increases to 4 weeks upon the employee’s 5th anniversary and 5 weeks upon the 10th.
· Retirement Savings – After 90 days of service, employees are eligible to enroll in our 401k plan, and for those who do enroll, we provide a generous 401k match of up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting.
· Flexible Spending Account – We provide an opportunity for employees to use pre-tax dollars for eligible Medical and Dependent Care expenses.
· Peace of Mind – We cover the cost of basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and AD&D insurance.
· Growth and Development – We value each team member’s professional growth and, through our Professional Development program, provide $1,000 per employee to put toward individualized development needs each year, as well as additional professional development opportunities, as approved by their supervisors.
· Sabbatical Program – Long-serving employees with outstanding performance are eligible for up to 12 weeks of sabbatical leave after 7+ years of service.
For regular, full-time employees, our total compensation package includes competitive, equitable base pay and benefits as outlined below:
· Competitive and equitable salary…
Excellent proficiency in English required.
Excellent proficiency in English required.
Selection Process
The Campaign for College Opportunity will accept applications for the position beginning April 5, 2024 Interested parties should forward a cover letter and resume indicating “Communications Associate” in the subject line by email to: recruitment@collegecampaign.org.
We invite you to consider your cover letter as an opportunity to:
All candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit original writing, design, and work samples, along with three professional references. All applicants should visit our website to learn more about the Campaign at www.collegecampaign.org before submitting a cover letter and resume.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We design our recruiting and hiring processes with an understanding of systems of oppression, and no person will be discriminated against in employment because of race/ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
No phone calls please.
Selection Process
The Campaign for College Opportunity will accept applications for the position beginning April 5, 2024 Interested parties should forward a cover letter and…