Communication Coordinator
About The Position
TaskForce Prevention and Community Services is a multi-service, grassroots organization committed to improving the sexual health and overall well-being of LGBTQIA+ youth of Color in Chicago. We provide safe spaces for fellowship, HIV and STI screening and education, and on-site referrals to medical, housing, and other social services. Our communications work centers on community voice, equity, cultural humility, and authentic storytelling. The Communications Coordinator is a creative, production-focused role responsible for capturing and producing high-quality visual and digital content that reflects the impact of our programs and community work. This position is ideal for a visual storyteller who thrives in community-based environments and enjoys balancing creative production with collaboration. The role emphasizes photography, videography, graphic design, and short-form digital storytelling. Writing responsibilities are primarily limited to captions, short promotional copy, and supporting text.
Requirements
- 2 to 3 years of experience in photography, videography, graphic design, or digital communications
- Strong portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling and production quality
- Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and InDesign
- Experience producing short-form social media video content
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Ability to lift and transport up to 20 pounds of equipment
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with LGBTQIA+ communities and or BIPOC youth-serving organizations
- Familiarity with website updates and social media performance metrics
- Experience working in nonprofit or community-based environments
Responsibilities
- Capture and edit high-quality photos and videos at programs, events, and community activities
- Produce short-form video content for platforms such as Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts
- Create longer-form recap or promotional video content as needed
- Maintain a consistent visual identity aligned with brand guidelines
- Organize and maintain digital photo and video libraries
- Design flyers, digital graphics, and promotional materials for programs and campaigns
- Collaborate with the Associate Director of Communications on creative concepts
- Support updates to website and social media platforms
- Coordinate branded merchandise and promotional material production
- Attend and document programs and community events
- Support the setup and breakdown of photo and video equipment
- Assist with event promotion and recap materials
- Schedule and publish content across digital platforms
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and support communications needs
- Track deliverables, maintain asset systems, and support communications workflow
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
