Communications Specialist

Responsibilities

• Build broader awareness of NNU campaigns and increase the visibility of the work of the organization on a national and local level by planning and executing communications across all media platforms.
• Write press releases, blogs, magazine articles, brochures, flyers, speeches, talking points, and other organizational materials, as assigned.
• Develop and conduct media outreach to promote varied union and grassroots campaigns, projects, and activities, as assigned.
• Build and maintain relationships with media/reporters/influencers.
• Develop strategic communication and marketing plans essential to supporting the goals and objectives of NNU campaigns.

Qualifications/Skills

• Five years’ experience in journalism, past media relations work with unions, political, and/or social advocacy organizations, or the equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in social media outreach and campaigns.
• A proven track record of acquiring national print, electronic, and online media coverage.
• Outstanding verbal communications and writing skills, especially under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Three writing samples are required with application: one short “news” item, one long-form piece, and one of your choice that best showcases your writing mastery.
• The ability to explain complex issues in a way that is accessible to a broad audience.
• Familiarity with the health care industry, health care reform, social justice issues, and labor strongly preferred.
• Strong grasp and analysis of current news, politics, trends, and events.
• Strong grammar skills, understanding of AP style, high attention to detail.
• The ability to assess the need for and write in various voices and tones.
• The ability to speak Spanish and familiarity with Spanish media landscape is a big plus.
• Willingness to work hours and schedule as needed to complete projects and support organizational campaigns.
• Willingness to travel, as needed.
• Proficiency with MS Office – word processing, spreadsheets – and cloud platforms such as Google Suite.
• Excellent salary range ($103,549 to $124,567) and benefits with a generous pension plan. Full family health coverage.

Pay

Excellent salary range ($103,549 to $124,567) and benefits with a generous pension plan. Full family health coverage.

Schedule

Location: Oakland, CA or Los Angeles, CA

Benefits

Full family health coverage.

Application

Please submit résumé, cover letter, and three writing samples by clicking the “Apply” button. Please be sure to fill out the online application form. Through the one-page application form, please upload three samples of your work. There is a total limit of 20 MB for all 3 samples combined. On the one page form there will be a box for you to provide a URL link to your portfolio, especially if you cannot reduce the size of your samples. Please, no calls.

About the Role

CNA/NNOC/NNU is committed to equal opportunity, and to considering applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and other characteristics. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.