The Media Coordinator (MC) will create and edit audio and visual content to consistently articulate Indigenous Environmental Network’s message, programs, and campaigns; this includes but is not limited to shareable graphics, photos, videos, podcasts, and other associated media. The MC will ensure that IEN is viewed as a source, disseminator, and conduit of accountable information within the climate justice and Indigenous Rights movements. They will work closely with the IEN staff on a variety of strategic initiatives a
nd campaigns. And they will work with IEN base member groups as a communications partner to further their campaigns and strategic messages.
This position will work in tandem with the IEN Communications Coordinator and will be supervised by the Keep it in the Ground Campaigner and an IEN Leadership Team Member.
Major Requirements
The Media Coordinator position will require the ability for frequent travel. It will require personal knowledge and experience regarding working with and in Indigenous communities.
The Media Coordinator will be required to adhere to a 4-week minimum residency at the Indigenous Environmental Network national headquarters in Bemidji, MN upon employment with IEN. The purpose of this residency is to orientate employees to IEN workflow, culture, and structure. After residency is complete, employees are allowed to work remotely, based in their home community. The dates of this residency would be determined based on discussion and agreement with the IEN Executive Director and appointed Leadership Team member. Travel expenses to/from Bemidji will be covered. Housing for residency will be covered and arranged by IEN.
MC Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop content for social media, websites, newsletters, and any other relevant distribution channels
- Supervise and develop content for IEN’s mobile radio unit and associated podcast programs.
- Support Communications Coordinator in the production of high-quality, informative, and interesting press releases, press kits, and related materials
- Ensure all messaging/content aligns with key organization strategies
- Brainstorm and collaborate with IEN staff and base members for new ideas and strategies
- Support comms coordinator in developing media activity reports
- Plan, create and oversee the design, content, and production of promotional and educational materials
- Support the development of strategies for current and existing IEN campaigns and programs
MC Position Qualifications
- Preference will be given to applicants with at least 5 years of experience working with Indigenous communities and/or living in an Indigenous community
- Preference will be given to applicants who have detailed history using multimedia editing platforms, i.e. (Video editing, Photo editing, and/or Audio editing)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong copywriting and content creation skills
- Ability to multitask and monitor several projects on a daily basis
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively
- Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas for social media.
- Ability to work independently or in a team
- Ability to travel via airplane, bus, train, vehicle and other modes of transportation
- Must have access to internet and phone services
Salary:
A minimum annual salary of $55,000 with benefits.
Organization Description:
IEN is an alliance of Indigenous Peoples whose shared mission is to protect the sacredness of earth mother from contamination & exploitation by respecting and adhering to indigenous knowledge and natural law.
Instructions:
Please email a cover letter, resume, and online examples or portfolio of your artwork to
[email protected]. Include relevant social media accounts that may feature your work in your resume.
Accepting Applications through May 1, 2020 or until filled.
You will only be contacted if we are requesting an interview.
Established in 1990, The Indigenous Environmental Network is an international environmental justice nonprofit that works with tribal grassroots organizations to build the capacity of Indigenous communities. IEN’s activities include empowering Indigenous communities and tribal governments to develop mechanisms to protect our sacred sites, land, water, air, natural resources, the health of both our people and all living things, and to build economically sustainable communities.
