Every single immigrant is part of a larger history that needs to be communicated in all its ambivalences and complexities. ~Jim Goldberg
We believe that telling stories can bring our country together. When you help us share powerful stories, you shape the narrative of today’s America. As we grow, you also become a vital voice in our organization’s future.
There are many stories to be told, and many voices to be heard. The important work cannot be done without help from people like you contributing your unique talents to help us sustain and grow. Currently we are looking for the following positions.
If you are interested in any of the following opportunities and would like to learn more, please contact us.
Podcast Producer
We are looking for Podcast Producers who want to take their skills to the next level. As part of a small and highly collaborative team, you’ll participate in all aspects of podcast production, from pitch meetings to final cuts. This is a great opportunity to join an exceptionally creative team to produce shows with enormous reach, potential and impact. People of color and people with immigrant backgrounds — producers, podcasters, and storytellers — are especially encouraged to apply.
If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, please click here for additional information.
Student Graphic Design Intern
We are looking for driven students who want to take their skills to the next level and have a mastery of graphic design. Students will learn how to create a compelling campaign, including converting ideas into appealing visual aids to help promote social solutions through our projects. This will include creating social media assets, layouts and typesetting. Students will gain a well-rounded experience and a solid portfolio.
If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, please click here for additional information.
The Immigrant Story Live Executive Producer:
We are looking for a natural leader who can manage a creative team by coordinating all aspects of live storytelling event productions from conception to execution. Successful producer is responsible for understanding Live messaging and event goals and translating these conceptualized ideas to thematic events that will lead to a successful launch.
If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, please click here for additional information.
Chief Technologist and Systems Guru:
We are looking for an experienced web developer with great design abilities and is willing to work with a socially conscious team of creative photographers and storytellers to bring our website to life. Candidate must have a passion for immigrant and refugee stories. Ideal candidate would be a talented designer with experience in eCommerce, web design as well as digital media. Responsibilities may also include imagery and layout creation for original designs for landing pages and digital asset creation for The Immigrant Story.
If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, please click here for additional information.
PR/Marketing Professional
The Immigrant Story is currently seeking a volunteer public relations/marketing professional who will help develop and execute strategic and tactical imperatives to create more recognition and support for our work.
If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, please click here for additional information.
Photographer/Story Teller:
Are you a photographer who finds ways to tell stories not only through your lens but also through your writing? Do you gravitate toward portraits, street photography and human subjects? Do you feel compelled to tell people’s stories? Are you a progressive when it comes to immigrant and refugee issues? Maybe this is a place for you to share your talent. Work involves capturing about 1 story every two weeks.