Communications Associate

Hey there! We’re the Minnesota Freedom Fund (MFF), and we’re looking for a passionate Communications Associate to help us amplify our work and mission. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to make a real difference, keep reading!

The Minnesota Freedom Fund is committed to ending the harmful and discriminatory practice of pretrial detention. We pay criminal bail and immigration bonds for people who can’t afford them, so they can stay with their families, keep their jobs, and continue living their lives while their cases are resolved. We’re currently focused on helping people in Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, and Washington Counties, and expanding our reach as we grow.

As a Communications Associate, you’ll be at the heart of telling the Minnesota Freedom Fund’s story. You’ll work closely with our Director of Communications and the rest of our team to create powerful, engaging content that resonates with our supporters and the communities we serve.

• Content Creation:You’ll create compelling social media posts, design graphics, shoot and edit videos, and write persuasive content to keep our audience informed and engaged.
• Content Strategy:Help us fine-tune our social media strategy using data from platforms like Meltwater and Google Analytics to make sure we’re reaching the right people with the right message.
• Content Planning:Maintain our editorial calendar and make sure we’re always prepared with timely content for key events and campaigns.
• Audience Engagement:You’ll be the face of MFF on social media, responding to supporters, answering questions, and making sure we’re maintaining a respectful and inclusive online presence.

• Astrong writerwho can create clear and engaging content.
• Experience insocial media managementand growing engaged digital audiences.
• Skills ingraphic design(Canva, Adobe Suite) andvideo editing(Premiere, Rush, etc.).
• Experience using content management systems likeEvery Action.
• Ateam playerwho can work well with others but also thrives in independent tasks.
• Detail-orientedand organized – you’ll be juggling a lot of tasks, so being able to prioritize is key!
• Fluency in a language other than English.
• Lived experience with the criminal legal and/or immigration systems.
• Experience working innonprofits,government,marketing, orjournalism.
• Familiarity with thecriminal justiceorimmigration systemsand a passion for social justice work.

• Benefits:Robust benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement benefits, and three weeks paid vacation, plus earned sick and safe time.
• Work-Life Balance:We get it – working in this field can be demanding, so we offer a hybrid work model to give you flexibility. You’ll be required to be in the office 1-2 days a week.
• Meaningful Work:Your work will directly impact the lives of individuals in Minnesota, helping to create a more just and equitable society.

If you’re ready to use your skills to support an organization that’s making a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested? Please send the following toHR

• Resume

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

The Minnesota Freedom Fund is committed to providing equal employment opportunitiesand creating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and free from discrimination. We encourage people from marginalized communities to apply and offer reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Ready to join a team that is passionate about social justice and building a more equitable future? Apply today and help make a difference!