SWOPblogger

SWOP is currently looking for an intern to help with our multi-media production wing. It includes creating films, video, blogs and training others to do the same.

Call us if your interested 505-247-8832

Job Description: Communications Intern

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Communications Intern is a part-time position that will assist the Communications Organizer in carrying out the organizational Strategic Communications Plan.

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated to move our organization to the digital world. Mentorship and training will be provided. Students are highly encouraged to apply.

Sumbit your resume to joann@swop.net by July 18th
Starting date: Early August
Hours: 20 hours a week, flexible schedule
Pay: $10.00 an hour

GENERAL DUTIES

1. Ensure all activities are carried out in line with the SWOP Mission Statement and with the involvement of membership.
2. Adhere to Staff Responsibilities Statement.
3. Work with the membership and staff to develop and implement strategic communications plans that support organizational campaigns and program efforts.
4. Involvement in overall SWOP campaigns and program efforts.
5. Work to conduct regular system of reporting back to staff and membership and incorporating membership into campaigns.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Maintain Online Communications: Update web site to reflect current work, support campaign and fundraising efforts, opportunities to volunteer, obtain resources and foster political discussion. Update organizational blog daily, create a team of bloggers and create original content.
• Coordinate Multimedia Production: Develop infrastructure for staff & members to create multimedia productions such as podcasts, public service announcements, video podcasts, etc.
• Archiving organizational work: Create a system for archiving and filing images and press coverage of organization as well campaign materials.

OTHER DUTIES

• Assist in Trainings for Staff, Members & Allies: Conduct or coordinate training for staff, members and allied organizations about effective communication, video editing, multimedia production, campaign strategies and corporatization of mainstream media.
• Assist in Coordinating the Production of Print Materials: Coordinate production of bi annual Voces Unidas magazine & bi annual internal newsletters by working with staff and membership to develop themes, collect articles and photographs, design, lay out and edit the newsletter.
• Participate in national media reform efforts

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of Macintosh Editing software: Final Cut Pro, iMovie
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Some knowledge of graphic design software: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Self-motivated and willing to take initiative
• Bilingual preferred
• Some experience in facilitation preferred
• Team Player

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