What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Specialist position at FORCE Detroit?
Media Specialist
About FORCE Detroit
FORCE (Faithfully Organizing Resources for Community Empowerment) is committed to connecting justice and violence impacted people to opportunities to create justice-oriented policy and programmatic solutions. We leverage media and culturally relevant strategies to connect people least likely to be engaged to civic infrastructures.
Force Detroit is building capacity for community violence interruption (CVI) in Detroit. Detroiters have a 1 in 51 chance of being a victim of murder, rape, armed robbery, or aggravated assault, making it one of the most violent cities in America. Community violence intervention has the ability to change this. CVI uses evidence-based strategies to reduce violence through customized community-designed solutions. These activities engage people and groups in disrupting violence and retaliation. One of the critical functions of CVI is linking individuals to local assets and services that save lives, confront trauma, offer opportunities, and improve the socio-economic conditions that foster violence.
FORCE Detroit seeks a driven and inspired part-time MEDIA SPECIALIST to join our team. Reporting to the Deputy Director the Media Specialist will be responsible for managing our social media platforms, including developing and implementing effective strategies to engage our target audience. The Media Specialist will also be responsible for attending events and special meetings, capturing captivating photographs and videos that align with our organization's messaging and brand identity. Additionally, the Media Specialist will create compelling content for various media channels, such as blog posts, articles, and promotional materials, to raise awareness and drive engagement.
ResponsibilitiesMEDIA SPECIALIST responsibilities include but not limited to:
Core responsibilities for this position include:
- Manage social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement.
- Capture high-quality photographs and videos that align with our organization's brand and message.
- Develop creative and compelling content for various media channels, such as blog posts, articles, and promotional materials.
- Support the creation of marketing and communications collateral consistent with FORCE’s brand, including social media content, white papers, website copy, and more.
- Track and store media hits for further dissmentation.
- Support FORCE Detroit’s PR partner as needed.
- Identify additional social media outlets to increase FORCE Detroit’s reach.
- Attend event planning meetings as deemed necessary.
Qualifications
- Proven track record of managing social media accounts and creating engaging content.
- Proficient in using social media management tools and analytics to track performance and make data-driven decisions.
- Strong photography skills with experience in capturing and editing high-quality visuals.
- Capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects with different deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Graphic design skills are a plus
- Valid Michigan driver’s license, insurance, and good driving record.
- No pending criminal cases or prior convictions for domestic violence (within 10 years) or prior convictions for sexual assault or child abuse.
This is a part-time position with up to 24 hours per week.
Salary: $30-$35k / year
How to Apply
Please email resume to kai@forcedetroit.org. Subject line: Media Specialist.
FORCE Detroit is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, citizenship status, or current employment status.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Detroit, MI 48201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Social media management: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Detroit, MI 48201
Salary : $30,000 - $35,000