Communications Associate

Founded in 2013, Green Card Voices (GCV) uplifts immigrant and refugee voices through first-person storytelling. Through bilingual books, youth anthologies, video narratives, traveling exhibits, Story Stitch programs, and educator partnerships, GCV advances belonging, equity, and connectionnationwide.
PositionOverview Green Card Voices is seeking a Communications Associate to support the organization’s communications, marketing, and audience engagement efforts. This role will help share immigrant and refugee stories through digital platforms, publications, and community outreach while strengthening the visibility of Green Card Voices’ programs and initiatives.
The Communications Associate will assist with social media, newsletters, website updates, and promotional materials to help expand the reach and impact of GCV’s storytelling work.
GreenCardVoicesisanequalopportunityemployer,andwillconsideranyapplicantregardlessoftheirrace/ethnicity/sexualorientation or gender expression. However, we wish tohireemployeestoourteamwho have a connection to our work. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling, a background in immigration related work and/or advocacy for underserved communities.
Salary: $25,000/year at 20 hrs/week, PTO, $300 monthly health stipend and $50 monthly wellnessstipend
Position Type: Part-time, 20 hours per week, ThisisahybridpositionbasedintheTwinCities metro area. The Communications Associate will work both remotely and from our Minneapolisoffice(GreenCardVoices,26111stAveS,Minneapolis,MN55408). Expectedin-offcepresence:1–2daysperweek
Eveningandweekendhoursmayoccasionallyberequiredforcommunityevents,book launches,andexhibitopenings(advancenoticeprovided).
Travel:Mustbeabletotravelindependently throughout the Twin Cities and occasionally to Greater Minnesota to capture photos, video, and stories from programs and events.
Applicantsmusthaveavaliddriver’slicense,reliablepersonalvehicle,andproofofinsurance.
Applicants mustbe authorizedtowork intheU.S.
Strong performance and organizational growth may create opportunities overtime.
Mainresponsibilitiesinclude:
SupportthemanagementofGreenCardVoices’socialmediaplatforms
Assist with drafting and scheduling social media posts highlighting programs, events, and stories
Trackengagementandsupporteffortstogrowonlineaudiences
Assistwithwebsiteupdatesandcontentmaintenance
Supportthedevelopmentanddistributionofnewslettersandemailcommunications
Helpmaintainclearandconsistentmessagingacrosscommunicationplatforms
Supportpromotionofprograms,exhibits,books,andcommunityevents
Coordinatecommunicationsmaterialsandannouncementsforeventsandinitiatives
Workwithstaffandpartnerstosharestoriesandhighlightprogramimpact
Assistwithgatheringstories,photos,andmediafromprogramsandevents
Supportstorytellingandcontentdevelopmentthatamplifiesimmigrantandrefugee voices
Helpmaintainorganizedcommunicationassetsandfiles
Qualifications 1 to 3 years, or equivalent through internships and volunteer workin communications, marketing, nonprofit outreach, or related fields
Strongwritingandeditingskills
Experiencemanagingorcontributingtosocialmediaaccounts
Familiaritywith toolssuch as GoogleWorkspace, Canva, orsimilarplatforms
Strongorganizationalandtimemanagementskills
Interestinstorytelling,communityengagement,andculturaldialogue
Portfolioorworksamplesdemonstratingwriting,socialmedia,ordesignwork
OurIdealCandidatewillbe… a strong writer with good instincts about voice and tone. They can move between platforms without losing the thread of who Green Card Voices is, and they understand that our content comes from real people trusting us with their stories. They are organized enough to keep a content calendar moving, curious enough to notice a good story when it walks past, and thoughtful about how immigrant and refugee experiences get represented publicly. They work well independently and thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven team.
Include your resume, a brief cover letter (why GCV, and what draws you to communications work centered on immigrant and refugee storytelling), and two to three work samples. Samples may be social media posts, newsletters, articles, campaign materials, or design work. Please note your specific role in each piece. Links to a portfolio or public accounts are welcome in place of uploads.
AnticipatedStartDate:September1,2026

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