Communications Director / Manager

Who We Are

Voice of the Experienced (VOTE) is a grassroots organization led by formerly incarcerated people, working to advance justice, equity, and liberation across Louisiana. We build power through organizing, advocacy, and narrative change.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a Communications Director or Manager to lead and execute our communications and narrative strategy. In this role, you will:

• Develop and drive organization-wide communications strategy
• Oversee messaging across campaigns, policy, organizing, and civic engagement
• Lead digital, media, and rapid-response communications efforts
• Manage and support communications staff and collaborators
• Strengthen systems, workflows, and cross-team alignment
• Build relationships with media, partners, and community stakeholders

Where You’ll Work

This is a full-time, in-person role, ideally based in New Orleans, LA (candidates in Baton Rouge or Lafayette will be considered), with travel across chapters as needed.

Compensation: $65,000 – $80,000 + full benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement match, PTO, holidays).

Why Join VOTE

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Shape the voice and narrative of a high-impact, justice-focused organization
• Lead strategic communications during critical policy and advocacy moments
• Work closely with leadership and directly impacted communities
• Build systems and campaigns that drive real change

Interested?

To request the full job description or apply, please email us humanresources@voiceof theexperienced.org.

Full Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 403b Retirement match