ACLU of Colorado is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization guided by a mission to protect, defend, and extend the civil rights and civil liberties of all people in Colorado through litigation, education, and advocacy. As the oldest and largest civil rights organization in Colorado, its work is guided by the Bill of Rights, ensuring the freedoms contained within are available for members of marginalized communities, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, women, immigrants, people experiencing poverty, unhoused people, incarcerated people, and students. ACLU of Colorado envisions a future where the civil rights and civil liberties of all people in Colorado are honored, respected and upheld. For more information about the work of the ACLU of Colorado and the civil liberties principles we uphold, please visit our website at www.aclu-co.org.

Summary of Position

Reporting to the Director of Communications, the part-time Communications Associate advances the ACLU of Colorado’s strategic priorities through assisting in the execution of communications strategies built for the integrated work of the ACLU of Colorado’s administration, advocacy, communications, legal, philanthropy, and policy departments and, on occasion, collaborative work with ACLU National.

The ACLU of Colorado is a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment and requires the ability to multitask effectively and complete tasks individually as well as in a team.

Communications and Digital Media

• Write, design, and edit content to be externally and internally distributed to/by the ACLU of Colorado’s communications, advocacy, and public policy departments or the organization’s volunteers and board members. These include but are not limited to:
  • - Calls to action
  • - Press releases
  • - News statements
  • - Internal memos
  • - One-page fact sheets
  • - Newsletters
  • - Reports
• Write, design, and edit digital media assets for the ACLU of Colorado’s website, social media channels, and related web-based platforms. These include but are not limited to:
  • - Social media graphics
  • - Email and website banners
• Support communications team members in producing video and audio content including but not limited to:
  • - Short-form videos
  • - Long-form videos
  • - Podcasts
• Utilize internal communications tools and technologies including content calendar, contact management, ticketing system, media monitoring tools and databases.
• Work across ACLU of Colorado departments and campaigns to execute tactics for mobilization of members and advocacy programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of writing, storytelling, and copy-editing experience.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience in digital communications.
• Minimum two years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Audition, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, WordPress, Asana, social media management tools, and other web-based platforms.
• At least one year of experience in video pre- and post-production.
• At least one year of experience in audio recording, engineering, editing, and mixing.
• Strong eye for visual design, layout, typography, and brand consistency.
• Makes decisions within already established processes of the communications team.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within diverse teams.
• Must have a well-articulated commitment to civil liberties and the mission of the ACLU.
• Must have a commitment to diversity; a personal approach that values individuals and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and socio-economic circumstance, and the ability to work with diverse individuals within the organization and broader community.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Belonging, and Inclusion

ACLU of Colorado is an equitable opportunity employer. It believes that having a board, staff, and volunteer base with diverse personal and professional backgrounds enhances its ability to meet its mission and creates an environment where all community members can thrive. It strongly encourages applications from all qualified persons, including people of color, immigrants, women, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have been formerly incarcerated, and other members of underrepresented and marginalized groups.

ACLU of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, record of arrest or conviction, or any other basis protected by State or federal requirements. It is committed to providing a providing a work environment that practices equitable and inclusive treatment and is quick to act to prevent and address harassment or discrimination of any kind.

Essential Job Functions:

The following activities are essential for success in this role:

• Ability to remain at workstation for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in office at least two or more days a week.
• Communicate with others effectively in verbal and written formats.
• Use a computer.
• Use Microsoft Teams phone, messaging, and video meeting functions.
• Have a reliable form of transportation to commute to and from the office in downtown Denver.
• Ability to travel between locations across the state of Colorado.

Compensation And Benefits

This is a part-time, non-exempt position. The hourly rate for this position is $36.06 for 20 hours a week, and within pay scale parameters of the ACLU of Colorado. ACLU of Colorado offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance (AD&D), 401(k) contribution, paid annual leave and holidays.

To Apply

Send a cover letter, résumé, and references in an email with “Communications Associate, ACLU of Colorado” in the subject line to [email protected]. Phone calls will not be accepted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To request an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. For more information about the work of the ACLU of Colorado, please visit our website at www.aclu-co.org.