Influencer & Public Relations Manager Job at Hip Hop Caucus in Los Angeles

About Hip Hop Caucus

Initiated as a movement in 2004, the Hip Hop Caucus (HHC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that leverages Hip Hop culture to encourage young people to participate in the democratic process.

Our mission is to use the power of our cultural expression to empower communities who are first and worst impacted by injustice. Our members, as well as our dedicated national team, span the country and globe. We are multiracial and we center our work in BIPOC communities. We span Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen X, and we come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our vision is for racial justice, healthy communities, and a healthy planet.

Our award-winning Respect My Vote! campaign has educated and mobilized hundreds of thousands of young BIPOC voters across eleven election cycles. We also have innovated a free resource for people with a felony record and their loved ones to check their eligibility to vote based on their state.

Our Think 100% platform, focuses on climate and environmental justice activism and storytelling. This award-winning platform has produced and released original content including, "The Coolest Show" podcast, a weekly radio show, four documentary films, a stand up comedy special, the first-ever climate album, live virtual events with hundreds of thousands in attendance, and numerous digital content pieces and series. This storytelling and narrative work supports our campaigns and advocacy work on climate that has successfully stopped fossil fuel infrastructure projects in BIPOC communities and achieved historic climate investments through federal and state advocacy.

Our Good Trouble Dept. platform has successfully advanced public awareness and federal

action on tracking deaths that occur in custody in this country, towards the goal of ending extrajudicial and unnecessary deaths in custody and ultimately ending mass incarceration in this country.

Our Justice Paid in Full economic justice platform is leading the finance and banking sector in redirecting the ow of capital from industries that harm our communities, including fossil fuel and mass incarceration industries, into climate and racial equity investments in communities by increasing access to capital for these projects through Black-owned Banks.

Our breadth of accomplishments re ects our principled approach to organizing, advocacy, and campaigning. HHC pioneers culture and narrative strategy to expand our impact, shows up in solidarity with communities being harmed by systemic injustices, and builds nonpartisan power by engaging voters year-round.

As a multi-issue organization working across democracy, climate and environmental justice, civil and human rights, and economic justice, we are rooted firmly in the belief that intersectionality connects us and together we are the beat of a movement.

For more information on Hip Hop Caucus, please visit hiphopcaucus.org.

The Opportunity

The Influencer & Public Relations Manager is responsible for driving media engagement, influencer partnerships, and cultural storytelling that amplifies Hip Hop Caucus' mission. This role oversees press strategy, cultivates relationships with artists and media, and leads the organization's public-facing presence across campaigns and events.

The position works within the Storytelling & Communications Division in the Strategic Communications and Engagement Dept., collaborating closely with the Campaigns & Advocacy Division and the Development Department to design and execute cultural productions-across digital, film, photography, and events-that advance the organization's brand and advocacy goals. The position reports to the Senior Director of Storytelling and Communications.

Core Responsibilities

Public Relations

• Develop and execute comprehensive media and publicity campaigns to maximize awareness and engagement.
• Proactively pitch stories to media outlets, secure press coverage, and foster strong relationships with journalists.
• Draft and edit press releases, media statements, op-eds, Q&As, and talking points.
• Represent Hip Hop Caucus as a public spokesperson, appearing in interviews, panels, livestreams, and events.
• Coordinate press events, speaking engagements, and media briefings for organizational leadership and partners.
• Track media coverage and provide reports on press performance and campaign impact.
• Provide media training and prep to spokespeople, artists, and influencers.
• Support in occasional content capture for social media.

Influencer & Artist Relations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Candidate Profile

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $94,000, and the final salary will be based on experience and qualifications. HHC also offers a comprehensive benefits package. This remote opportunity is location-flexible, with a strong preference for candidates based in Washington, DC or Los Angeles.

Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. To apply for this position or to search for other potential openings, you may also go to our careers page at https : / / hiphopcaucus.org / careers / . Should you receive an offer of employment, it is Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided :

The position involves meticulous attention to detail; skill in the use of a desktop computer and / or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem-solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit and / or stand for long periods; stoop; bend; reach; carry materials (up to 15 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation (e.g. airplane, car, train). Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund provides reasonable accommodations that permits a qualified applicant or employee with a disability to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy benefits and privileges of equal employment.