Communications And Engagement Representative (Social Media & Graphic Design)

UFCW 1518 is hiring a Communications and Engagement Representative to join our team.

Join us in the fight for fairness.

A Day in the Life 

As Communications and Engagement Representative, you will report directly to the Director of Communications and will be responsible for all graphic design and video content for UFCW 1518’s planning, organizing, and marketing campaigns. They will also lead the development of promotional material for events and projects from conception to completion. Here’s what you can expect to dig into in this exciting, hands-on role:

• Own UFCW 1518’s social media platforms, particularly video and visual content for emergent platforms like Instagram and TikTok, and maintaining a high responsiveness on social media
• Work with the Director of Communication to identify opportunities to engage current members and the public around important union and social justice news.
• Contribute to the development of campaigns and help coordinate their implementation through stories, reports, publications, email marketing and newsletters to engage stakeholders.
• Occasionally assist Officers with internal correspondence and support with copywriting and mass texts.
• Support communications related to union events, including education initiatives, and occasionally assist in facilitating and monitoring events.
• Lead the development of our graphic assets for web and print including social media posts, infographics, web interfaces, magazines, leaflets, videos, etc.
• Create member email communications including organizing and campaign-related email communications in a timely manner using the email marketing platform Mailchimp.
• Assist in maintaining the union’s websites to help grow engagement through creating content, refining the UX of digital properties, and developing landing pages and micro-sites for organizing, campaigns, educational events, etc.
• Support UFCW 1518’s overall brand, ensuring consistent and proper use and establishing processes and guidelines for effective and efficient communication and branding efforts.
• Seek out opportunities to engage members in the bargaining process. 

What You Bring To The Table 

• High energy, a can-do attitude, and fresh ideas that will advance our growth as an organization. 
• Unmatched communication skills, you not only have outstanding interpersonal skills but understand the system and intricate strategies behind communication as well. 
• Creative problem-solving and time management skills to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• A creative approach to content creation and a desire to stay on top of social media trends.
• Exceptional ability to collaborate with those around you to achieve goals together. 
• A commitment to social, racial, gender and economic justice.
• Ability to work cooperatively while fostering a climate of shared respect and collaboration. 
• Strong ability to think strategically and develop actionable plans to achieve goals using your innovative mindset.  
• Exceptional written skills and ability to write copy for various platforms to target specific audiences. 
• Proficient in utilizing different platforms to reach external stakeholders for maximum messaging impact. 
• Confident with receiving feedback in a constructive manner. 

Your Qualifications

• Ability to travel to attend events, report on member initiatives at worksites, and attend conferences.
• Extensive and proven work experience executing successful campaigns using a variety of print and online communications. 
• Exceptional graphic design and short video creation skills and a strong familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.
• Professional knowledge of various software and apps such as Google, Outlook, MailChimp, Content Management Systems (CMS), and Social Media (including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and other emerging platforms).
• An undergraduate degree or equivalent in graphic design, journalism, public relations, communications, business, or related fields. 
• Previous work experience in graphic design or communications within a social justice or public service organization, communications firm, public relations agency, or similar operation. 
• 3-5 years of experience in a graphic design, marketing. or communications role. 
• Strong working knowledge of WordPress, HTML, and CSS.
• Ability to present diverse materials effectively.

It’s a Bonus If You Have

• JavaScript and PHP experience. 
• Experience copywriting for web assets.
• Experience with Meta Ads Manager.
• Proficiency in other languages
• Knowledge of Sketch and Figma. 
• Knowledge of the role, objectives and activities of labour unions. 

Why UFCW 1518?

UFCW 1518 values our team’s meaningful contributions and unmatched expertise that are integral to achieving our ambitious goals. As a joining member of our team, you can expect: 

• Eligibility for our Pension Plan to set you up for happiness and success down the road.
• Generous paid time off, starting with 15 vacation days, accrued personal time off, and statutory holidays to prioritize work-life balance.
• Extended health benefits and dental plan to value the well-being of you and your family.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid role and feel the invigorating energy of collaborating with colleagues in the office with the chance to work remotely.
• Car allowance, insurance, and gas card plus salary compensation for any work-related travel costs.

UFCW 1518 is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Indigenous, BIPOC, immigrants, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If this sounds like what you’re looking for in your next opportunity, we want to hear from you! Please apply by submitting your resume and portfolio.

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