Position: Communications Director
Department: Marketing & Communications
Reports to: Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Compensation: $120,000 Annually
Status: 100%, Full-Time, Management, Exempt
Probation: 180 Days
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; also including Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Center’s Mission:
Building a world where LGBT people thrive as healthy, equal, and complete members of society.
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Center’s Marketing & Communications team functions as a full-service internal and external marketing and communications provider for the largest LGBTQ organization in the world. Scope of work includes media and press relations; crisis and breaking news communications and events; website building, optimization, maintenance, and content creation; program and services collateral, communications, and support; graphic design and production; social media management; video and photography production; and email marketing. The team also provides overall organization brand support and promotion.
JOB SUMMARY: The Communications Director plays an integral role in the Marketing & Communications team by leading internal and external communication efforts, including media and public relations. The Communications Director works closely with the CEO and other members of Center management to develop communication materials for a broad group of stakeholders, including donors, clients, and the community-at-large, and deploys these materials through diverse channels, including digital, print, and other outlets. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, creative, self-motivated, detail-oriented, personable worker who can produce high-quality communication materials in a timely fashion. The ideal candidate is passionate about the Center’s work and has a strong familiarity with issues and concerns related to the LGBTQ community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1) Lead all external communication efforts, including supporting the CEO and other members of Center management with their internal and external communication needs;
2) Manage all media inquiries, including identification and training of appropriate spokespersons;
3) Cultivate and steward relationships with relevant media outlets and personnel, promoting the Center’s programs and activities;
4) Manage public responses to breaking news and lead crisis communication activities;
5) Serve as the Center’s spokesperson when required;
6) Collaborate with program and policy staff to understand and meet their department’s unique communication needs, including audience and key messages;
7) Write, edit, and proofread communication and related media materials, including press releases, media advisories, articles, and online content;
8) Manage editorial team, including writing and other communications roles;
9) Lead communication and media relations activities for special events, including galas;
10) Work with other members of Marketing & Communications to understand analytics, ensuring that communication efforts are effective and engaging;
11) Be highly knowledgeable about all Center activities;
12) Participate in Communications team meetings and represent the Communications team on the Marketing & Communications management group;
13) Actively participate in team brainstorming, planning activities, and meetings;
14) Professionally represent the Center at internal and external community and stakeholder-related meetings, functions, events, and activities;
15) Other duties as assigned;
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Knowledge of or experience working with the LGBTQ community and familiarity with issues of particular relevance to LGBTQ people;
2. A passion for the Center’s work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBTQ people;
3. Minimum 4 years of related experience, ideally for a nonprofit organization;
4. Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills;
5. Proven track record of successful work with various media outlets. Previous broadcast and journalism experience, preferred;
6. Demonstrable experience helping lead marketing and public relations campaigns;
7. Ability to successfully lead multiple teams through breaking news processes, including press conferences and media responses;
8. Experience with crisis communications, a plus;
9. Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, a plus;
10. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with strong attention to detail;
11. Proven ability and experience working in a collaborative team environment with a strong customer-centric focus;
12. Familiarity with issues related to the LGBT community and a passion for the Center’s work and mission;
13. A creative and detail-orientated self-starter who can work quickly and independently in a fast-paced campaign environment, managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines;
14. Willing and able to work evenings and weekends, when necessary;
15. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicities, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expression, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, ages, English-speaking abilities, immigration status, and physical abilities in a multicultural environment.
The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical condition, age, marital status, or veteran status.
The Center has implemented a policy requiring all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to applicable federal, state and local laws. For more information, please contact tyamato@lalgbtcenter.org
*LALGBT*
Los Angeles LGBT Center
Related jobs:
Black and Spanish Women for Yung Miami Music Video – Miami, FL
Job Description
A Yung Miami music video filming in Miami, Florida, is seeking Black and Spanish women for featured appearances. Selected talent will work with the creative team to bring energy and personality to professionally produced music video scenes.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear on camera in music video scenes.
- Follow creative and production direction while filming.
- Bring confident energy and personality to the production.
Requirements
- Seeking Black and Spanish women.
- Must be available to work in Miami, Florida.
- Must be comfortable appearing on camera in a professional music video environment.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed.
African American Men for Yung Miami Music Video – Miami, FL
Job Description
A Yung Miami music video filming in Miami, Florida, is seeking African American men for featured appearances. The production is specifically looking for men with hairstyles including dreadlocks, wicks, braids, or grills who can bring a distinctive look and strong on-camera presence to the project.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in featured music video scenes.
- Follow creative direction from the production team.
- Bring confident energy and a strong visual presence to the production.
Requirements
- Seeking African American men.
- Talent with dreadlocks, wicks, braids, or grills is specifically sought.
- Must be available to work in Miami, Florida.
- Must be comfortable appearing on camera in a music video.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed.
Pregnant Women for Yung Miami Music Video – Miami, FL
Job Description
A Yung Miami music video filming in Miami, Florida, is seeking pregnant women to appear in an upcoming production. Selected talent will participate in professionally produced music video scenes and work with the creative team on set.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear on camera in music video scenes.
- Follow creative and production direction throughout filming.
- Work collaboratively with the production team and other featured talent.
Requirements
- Seeking pregnant women.
- Must be available to work in Miami, Florida.
- Must be comfortable appearing on camera in a music video production.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed.
Kids Ages 6–12 for Yung Miami Music Video – Miami, FL
Job Description
A Yung Miami music video filming in Miami, Florida, is seeking kids ages 6–12 for featured appearances. Young talent should be comfortable on a professional music video set and able to follow production direction.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in scenes for a professional music video production.
- Follow direction from the production team while on set.
- Participate comfortably in group and featured music video scenes.
Requirements
- Kids ages 6–12.
- Must be available to work in Miami, Florida.
- Must be comfortable appearing on camera in a music video environment.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed.
Female Models for Paid Booking in North Hollywood
Job Description
Two female models are needed for a paid booking in North Hollywood, California. The assignment runs from noon to 4 p.m. on the scheduled Friday and offers $150, paid at wrap. Interested models should submit their availability promptly.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate as a model during the four-hour booking.
- Follow the creative team’s direction.
- Arrive on time and remain available for the full assignment.
Requirements
- Female model.
- Be available from noon to 4 p.m. on the scheduled Friday.
- Be able to work in North Hollywood, California.
Compensation
- $150 for the four-hour booking.
- Payment provided at wrap.
Street Band Musicians for Featured Background Roles in NYC
Job Description
A New York City production is seeking three musicians to portray a street band in featured background roles with visible faces. Openings include a guitarist, drummer, and trumpet or brass player. All types of performers are welcome, and applicants must have their own instruments.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a street band musician on camera.
- Perform with your instrument alongside fellow musicians.
- Follow the production team’s direction during filming.
Requirements
- Play guitar, drums, or trumpet/another brass instrument.
- Provide your own instrument for the shoot.
- Be available for both proposed filming days; only one workday will be assigned.
- Be able to work in New York City.
- Attend a fitting if required; details are to be confirmed.
Compensation
- $450 for 12 hours.
- Fitting details and any fitting compensation are to be confirmed.
Asian Male Background Talent With Small Feet for Period Military Film
Job Description
A nonunion military movie set in 1973 is seeking two Asian male performers ages 19–60 to portray Vietnamese characters. Only the performers’ feet will appear on camera, so small feet and skin tone matching the production’s casting needs are central to these background roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in filmed shots featuring only your feet.
- Follow production direction for positioning and movement.
- Maintain availability for the applicable filming schedule.
Requirements
- Asian male talent ages 19–60.
- Have small feet; a specific shoe size is not provided.
- Meet the production’s skin-tone matching requirements for the portrayal.
- Be fully available for the applicable shoot dates.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation
- $350 for 12 hours, less a listed 20% deduction.
Fitness Trainer and Dance Instructor for Paid Atlanta Shoot
Job Description
An Atlanta production is urgently seeking a fitness trainer and a dance instructor for a paid filming opportunity. Applicants must reside in Atlanta and be available for the scheduled Friday shoot.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear on camera in a fitness trainer or dance instructor role.
- Bring relevant fitness or dance instruction skills to the production.
- Follow the production team’s direction during filming.
Requirements
- Have experience as a fitness trainer or dance instructor.
- Be an Atlanta resident.
- Be available for the scheduled Friday filming.
Compensation
- Paid opportunity.
Brand Ambassadors for Event in Geneva, Illinois
Job Description
Brand ambassadors ages 21 and older are needed for an event in Geneva, Illinois. This opportunity is ideal for polished, professional individuals with upbeat personalities and experience working with the public. Experiential marketing experience is a plus.
Job Responsibilities
- Represent the brand professionally at the event.
- Engage with attendees in a friendly, welcoming manner.
- Support promotional activities and follow event team direction.
- Arrive on time and remain dependable throughout the assignment.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Have a polished, professional presentation and an upbeat personality.
- Have prior experience working with the general public.
- Be available for the scheduled Saturday event.
- Have reliable transportation to and from the event venue.
- Be punctual and reliable.
- Experiential marketing experience is preferred but not required.
Compensation
- Compensation details will be confirmed with successful applicants.
MTV TRL Reunion – Studio Audience
Job Description
An upcoming MTV TRL Reunion is seeking enthusiastic studio audience members for a special taping in Times Square, New York City. The reunion will celebrate the iconic music show with surprise celebrity guests, memorable moments, performances, and the energy that made TRL a major part of music and pop culture. This opportunity is ideal for longtime TRL fans ready to bring excitement and energy to the studio.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate as a studio audience member during the TRL Reunion taping.
- Bring enthusiastic, high-energy reactions throughout the production.
- Engage naturally with performances, celebrity appearances, and special moments.
- Follow instructions from the production team while in the studio.
- Help create an energetic and authentic TRL audience atmosphere.
Requirements
- Must be able to attend the studio taping in Times Square, New York City.
- Enthusiastic TRL and music fans are encouraged to apply.
- Comfortable appearing on camera as part of a live studio audience.
- Able to bring positive energy and excitement throughout the taping.
- Must follow all production and studio instructions.
Compensation
- Compensation details will be discussed with selected participants.
Male Actor for True Crime Series – Knoxville, TN
Job Description
A true crime recreation television series filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a male actor to portray Mark, a character in his 20s. This role involves dramatic murder-related content and is ideal for a performer comfortable participating in realistic true crime reenactment scenes. There is no scripted dialogue.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Mark in a true crime television recreation.
- Perform dramatic scenes involving murder-related subject matter.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Deliver believable non-speaking reactions and physical performances appropriate to the scene.
Requirements
- Male actor who can portray a character in his 20s.
- Must be comfortable performing murder-related true crime content.
- Must be available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.
- Comfortable performing a non-speaking role with no scripted dialogue.
Compensation
- $150 per day.
- Hotel accommodations provided.
Meta Description
Male actor wanted for a true crime series in Knoxville. Earn $150/day. Apply now on Project Casting.
Real Firefighters for New TV Series – Atlanta, GA
Job Description
A new television series filming in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking real firefighters to appear in an upcoming production. This casting opportunity is open to both active and retired firefighters with genuine professional firefighting experience who can bring authenticity to the on-screen environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a firefighter in scenes for a new television series.
- Bring authentic firefighting knowledge and experience to the production.
- Follow direction from the production team while working on set.
- Perform appropriate background actions related to a professional firefighting environment.
Requirements
- Must have real professional firefighting experience.
- Open to active or retired firefighters.
- Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Must be comfortable working on a professional television production set.
Compensation
- $200 for 8 hours.
