Application Guide

How to Apply for Manager, Communications and Design

at re:power

🏢 About re:power

re:power is a national organization dedicated to building a critical mass of social justice movements through liberatory organizing training and strategic support. Their vision of a liberated, multiracial democracy free from white supremacy and patriarchy makes them a unique and impactful place to work for those committed to systemic change.

About This Role

As the Manager of Communications and Design, you'll be the creative force behind re:power's digital presence, crafting compelling social media content, designing visuals, and managing email campaigns to engage a 20,000+ audience. Your work directly supports movement-building by amplifying training and strategic support for social justice leaders.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by reviewing social media analytics and scheduling the week's posts, then diving into designing a newsletter layout in Canva. After a team check-in, you could be editing photos from a recent training and drafting copy for an upcoming campaign, all while coordinating with field staff to gather content for next month's email blast.

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🎯 Who re:power Is Looking For

  • A skilled designer with proficiency in Canva and Creative Cloud, able to create visually compelling graphics that align with re:power's brand and values.
  • A natural storyteller who can write heart-centered, values-rooted copy that resonates with progressive audiences and inspires action.
  • An experienced email marketer comfortable managing campaigns for large lists, including copywriting, design, scheduling, and performance tracking.
  • A highly organized project manager who can juggle multiple content streams and coordinate with field staff to capture and package content from events.

📝 Tips for Applying to re:power

1

Tailor your portfolio to include examples of social media graphics, email newsletters, and other marketing collateral that reflect a progressive, social justice focus.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your design and storytelling skills to re:power's mission of building a multiracial democracy.

3

Highlight any experience you have with content capture in the field (e.g., at events or trainings) as this is a specific need for the role.

4

Demonstrate your ability to manage a content calendar by including a sample weekly social media plan in your application.

5

Show that you understand re:power's audience by referencing their work and using language that aligns with their values (e.g., liberatory, movement-building).

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for social justice and alignment with re:power's vision of a liberated, multiracial democracy.", "Specific examples of how you've created heart-centered, values-rooted content for progressive organizations.", 'Your experience managing email campaigns to large audiences and your ability to track performance and optimize.', "Your design proficiency with Canva and Creative Cloud, and how you've used these tools to create impactful visuals."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review re:power's website, social media channels, and recent email campaigns to understand their brand voice and visual style.
  • → Read about their training programs and strategic support to understand the impact of your work.
  • → Look into their past campaigns or initiatives to see how they've engaged their audience and what content performs well.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the concept of 'liberatory organizing' and how it informs their approach.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach creating a social media campaign around a specific training or event?
2 Describe a time you had to coordinate with multiple staff to collect content from the field; how did you ensure timely delivery?
3 How do you balance creative design with the need to stay on-brand and values-aligned?
4 Can you walk us through your process for designing an email campaign, from concept to performance analysis?
5 How do you stay organized when managing multiple content streams and deadlines?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't reference re:power's mission or specific work.
  • Overlooking the requirement for field content capture; failing to mention any experience or willingness to travel to events.
  • Focusing too much on design skills without demonstrating storytelling ability and values alignment.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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Offer

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