Communications Coordinator

The communications team at Washington Filmworks and its partner organization Whipsmart is growing. Are you passionate about Washington’s creative community and motion picture industry? This job in a nutshell This unique opportunity will support two organizations: Washington Filmworks and [soon to be renamed!] Whipsmart which both support Washington State’s creative industries. We are seeking a full-time Communications Coordinator who will oversee the day-to-day coordination of communications initiatives and will be responsible for helping procure, maintain, and broadcast a wide array of resources to effectively market each organization. About the organizations Washington Filmworks is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) organization that manages the Motion Picture Competitiveness Program as well as a variety of resources for the creative industries in Washington State. The mission of Washington Filmworks is to create economic development opportunities by building and enhancing the competitiveness, profile and sustainability of Washington State’s film industry. At Whipsmart we are unapologetic advocates for creative people and businesses. We give creatives the tools they need to succeed by offering curated resources that speak their language, intentional networking that’s worth their time, and meaningful opportunities that help level them up. Who, exactly, are we looking for? We’re looking for that fantastic balance of skillset and vibe, a creative thinker with a good sense of humor. A highly organized self-starter with an attention to detail and the ability to pivot with ease. You’ll need to be just as comfortable out in the community as you are in front of a computer supporting overall communications logistics for each organization. An exceptional candidate will have a commitment to equity, access and inclusivity. We believe that diversity of ideas and experience is one of our greatest strengths. We strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented communities to apply, which often include: Black, Latino, Indigenous and American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders, and other persons of color, members of religious minorities, refugees, migrants, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQIA2S+) persons, rural communities, formerly incarcerated persons, persons experiencing homelessness, and persons with disabilities. Although no candidate will match 100% with this job description, culture fit and willingness to learn with us is as important as the skills you bring. Non-negotiable detail: ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENTS This position reports to the Senior Communications Manager. This position does not have any direct reports. Staff currently works remotely. Responsibilities Website management support including regular maintenance and updates Support social media management including assisting with engagement and scheduling of posts across multiple platforms Provide digital communications support including scheduling Media relations activities including tracking media alerts, maintaining a digital news archive Maintain steady and clear communication with community and partners Participate in light photography and videography projects, including editing and occasionally working with external vendors Provide support for both virtual and in-person events including but not limited to attending functions outside of regular hours Tracking data and outcomes, including reporting in multiple formats Maintain a thorough understanding of Washington Filmworks and Whipsmart’s brand guidelines Help maintain communications calendar Additional Responsibilities Actively participate in team meetings and events Special projects/events for the organization throughout the year including: Attending industry events outside of regular hours Completing tasks individually and as a team for the benefit of the organizations This list is not exhaustive. All staff work together collaboratively and in a changing environment, and at times are called upon to complete other duties. What you Bring Deep commitment to equity as a goal and approach Coachability, and a desire to engage in candid two-way feedback Initiative, creativity, flexibility Sense of humor and joy for the work Qualifications Experience in communications/marketing or related field is preferred Proficiency with Google Suite, Social media, Dropbox, Wordpress, and Squarespace, Hootsuite, Constant Contact and social media platforms Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite Experience in web maintenance and design Project management skills Demonstrated organizational skills Clear, concise communication style and good judgment are imperative Ability to accurately maintain and produce documents, presentations, reports Ability to work independently and dependably Ability to manage competing priorities, while remaining responsive and communicative History of building trust and rapport with people from diverse and intersecting cultural identities Working knowledge of the film industry is an asset! Compensation $24.04 - $33.17 per hour. Full time employees are expected to work 40 hours per week. Health / Dental / Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan and Employer Contribution Employer provided 5% contribution of gross wages annually. No match required. PTO: 2 weeks vacation (accrued) plus 6 days of Sick and Safe Time (accrued) 11 Paid Holidays Annually 1 Floating Holiday (to be used at the employee’s discretion) Work from Home Reimbursement How to Apply To apply, please complete the application form (https://airtable.com/appdVse8deHODjI4Y/pagO9NrWnNWzKDLGt/form) found on our website here: www.washingtonfilmworks.org/about-us/work-with-wf Deadline to apply is midnight on Sunday, September 15th. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.04 - $33.17 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Internet reimbursement Retirement plan Schedule: Monday to Friday Location: Washington State (Required) Work Location: Remote