Communications Fellow Job Description
Communications Fellow
The Communications Department:
The Communications team at Equality Florida plays a vital role in shaping public narrative, educating communities, and mobilizing support for LGBTQ+ rights across the state. Through strategic messaging and compelling storytelling, we combat misinformation, build bridges across communities, and highlight the real impacts of anti-LGBTQ legislation. Our communications work is essential in advancing our mission during this critical time of increased attacks on LGBTQ+ Floridians.
Supporting the Communications Department
Under the direction of the Communications Associate, our Communications Fellow will focus on supporting initiatives that advance equality and combat discrimination. Through our collective programs, we fight discrimination by empowering vulnerable populations while challenging interwoven systems of oppression. Our power lies in the ability to affect large-scale, systemic change across communities and throughout Florida.
The Ideal Communications Fellow Is:
- A passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ equality in Florida
- An individual who is technologically savvy
- A creative digital storyteller who can translate complex policy issues into compelling content
- Someone who understands the power of personal narratives in creating social change
Key Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Messaging
- Craft compelling messages that build bridges across diverse communities
- Develop educational content to combat misinformation about LGBTQ+ issues
- Assist in creating social media posts, graphics, and other digital assets
- Support the development of press releases, statements, and other external communications as needed
Digital Advocacy & Education
- Help explain the real impacts of anti-LGBTQ legislation to various audiences
- Assist in developing materials to engage our supporters, members, donors and volunteers
- Support digital campaigns that mobilize supporters and educate the public
- Track and analyze engagement metrics to improve communications strategies
Storytelling & Community Engagement
- Collect and help tell personal stories that highlight our shared values
- Assist in documenting the impacts of discriminatory policies on LGBTQ+ Floridians
- Support community outreach efforts to amplify diverse voices
- Help create content that connects LGBTQ+ issues to broader values of dignity, respect, and fairness
Qualifications:
- Experience or education in communications, journalism, marketing, or related fields
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Basic graphic design skills and/or willingness to learn
- Understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and commitment to equality
- Candidates must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to advancing Equality Florida's goals and objectives
Location:
This is primarily a remote position, with possible in-person events as needed
Commitment
Part-time; 12 hours a week for 10 weeks
Pay:
$15/hour or 18/hour for South Florida applicants
How to Apply:
Equality Florida is an equal opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by our issues. We strongly encourage people of color, transgender/nonbinary people, and bilingual individuals to apply for this role.
To apply, complete this Form. Please address cover letters to Brittany Link, Communications Director.
Please note that we are not able to respond directly to every applicant. Should your qualifications match our requirements for the open position, we will be in touch with you. If there is not a match, we will retain your materials for future reference.