Multimedia Communications Associate
Portland, OR
Oregon Center for Public Policy
Date Posted: 7/28/2025
The Oregon Center for Public Policy (“OCPP” or “the Center”) seeks a Multimedia Communications Associate to bolster the organization’s reach, especially through the creation of audiovisual content that makes the Center’s research and analysis more accessible to the public.
About the Oregon Center for Public Policy
The Oregon Center for Public Policy (OCPP) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that advances equitable public policies to improve the lives of all Oregonians, particularly those with low incomes. Through research, advocacy, and coalition-building, OCPP works to advance economic justice and ensure that Oregon is a state where everyone can thrive. Additional information about OCPP can be found at www.ocpp.org.
Key job responsibilities
The Multimedia Communications Associate will work closely with the Communications Director in maintaining and growing OCPP’s communications channels and content. Areas of responsibility include:
Audiovisual content creation and dissemination
Support the production of OCPP’s syndicated radio show and podcast, Policy for the People
Play a key role in the organization’s expansion into video content, which may take the form of short-form videos, video explainers, mini-documentaries, and/or video podcasts. The work encompasses all aspects of video content creation, from idea development to recording and production, to post-production and dissemination.
Create visual content for social media platforms.
Develop and implement strategies for growing the reach of the organization’s audiovisual content
Communications infrastructure support
Support OCPP’s policy campaigns through the development and implementation of communications strategies, plans and content.
Help maintain the organization’s website and email communications.
Assist in the development and implementation of social media strategies, including taking the lead in managing some of the organization’s social media platforms.
Assist in analytics tracking and development of a yearly communications plan for the organization.
Other Responsibilities
Actively participate in organizational meetings.
Represent OCPP in public and private functions as needed. Represent OCPP in a positive and professional manner to stakeholders, clients, public officials, community groups, and other business partners.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Communications Director
Required experience, skills, and talents
Minimum of 2 years of experience producing audiovisual content, and if needed, willingness to deepen skills in audio and video production
Excellent interviewing and public presentation skills
Strong strategic thinking, planning, and project management skills
Experience using social media platforms
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment
Ability (or willingness to learn how) to manage a WordPress site and a content management system
Strong story-telling skills
Ability to translate complex ideas into simple concepts
Demonstrated commitment to economic, racial, and social justice
Desired (but not required) experience, skills, and talents
Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, and Riverside.fm
Excellent graphic design skills
Proficiency in still photography
Experience working as a journalist
Experience working in a political or policy campaign
Knowledge of Oregon’s policy and political landscape
Experience working in any of the following: underserved communities, rural communities, low-income communities, tribal communities, or immigrant communities
Excellent editing and proofreading skills
Compensation and benefits
Salary: $60,000 – $75,000, based on experience
Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Flexible, hybrid work environment with remote work available within Oregon. At least one day per week in our Portland office is required
How to apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and work samples by filling out this Google form
The cover letter should highlight your experience creating audiovisual content; background in communications, policy, journalism or other relevant experience; commitment to advancing economic and racial justice; and reason why you are interested in this job. The cover letter should not exceed two pages.
Please use the Google form to submit links to at least three (but not more than five) examples of audio, visual, or audiovisual work you have created. Ideally, the examples show experience producing content in different styles, formats and/or platforms.
Applicants selected for interviews will be asked to supply a writing sample and provided an opportunity to share additional examples of their work. Applicants who complete the first round interview will be provided a $100 stipend for their time.
Questions can be sent to info@ocpp.org; no phone calls, please.
Deadline/timeline:
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed continuously until the position is filled.
