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Web Editor and Graphic Artist

Affiliate: AFSCME Maryland (Baltimore, MD)
Salary Range:Salary starts in the mid-$40,000s with excellent benefits
Posting Date:January 09, 2013

AFSCME MD represents over 30,000 workers and is the fastest growing union in MD. We organize in the workplace for dignity, respect and a fair standard of living for public service workers.

We have an opening for a web editor and graphic artist based in Baltimore.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain the union’s website to increase the ability to communicate timely information and action alerts to members and allies.
  • Support the development and implementation of innovative communications strategies to support AFSCME Maryland’s priority campaigns and initiatives.
  • Produce and edit videos that will promote AFSCME MD’s mission and our commitment to the communities we serve.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of social networking platforms.
  • Design high impact newsletters, leaflets, posters, ads, and other material.
  • Expand the union’s text messaging and email communications network.

Requirements:

  • Ability to create compelling web content and experience managing a website.
  • Proficiency with WordPress, Quark, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop software.
  • Ability to create videos from concept to finished product including scripting, production and editing.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Proficiency in utilizing social media such as blogging, Twitter and Facebook.
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a high pressure environment.
  • Commitment to working for social justice.
  • Willingness to work long and irregular hours with some weekend work required.

How to Apply:

Email a cover letter and resume to rpanciera@afscme.org.