American Federation of Musicians
Local 47

Temporary Organizer

Based in Burbank, CA

 

DESCRIPTION:
The Organizer will work with professional musicians on a contract campaign for negotiations with major media corporations scheduled that is for this winter. This is a temporary position through the end of 2022, with a possibility of future employment.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Lead planning, strategy, and implementation of organizing drives.
• Work with researchers to identify and assess potential organizing targets.
• Work with the communications department to implement comprehensive campaign components.
• Work with parent organization, American Federation of Musicians, to coordinate campaign actions outside of the state and acquire any additional resources needed to implement organizing drives.

REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of:

• Computer programs: Microsoft Office, email and internet search tools.
• Organizing methodology.
• Labor law, especially with respect to union organizing

Ability to:

• Establish and cultivate respectful relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Discern priorities and meet competing deadlines.
• Listen, write, and verbally communicate at a high comprehension level
• Quickly and efficiently build a professional team atmosphere while meeting tight deadlines with conflicting demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Understand and commit to AFM Local 47’s members and mission.
• Independently implement overall union goals and expectations in a competent and professional manner.
• Must be able to drive, maintain a valid driver’s license, and travel as needed.

Experience:

• Preferably, 2 to 5 years of experience as a union organizer.
• Leading or supervising internal and external organizing campaigns.
• Experience developing strategic organizing plans.

SALARY and TERM:
Salary: Commensurate based on experience
Term: Through the end of 2022, or earlier, if contract is ratified before December 31st (2 weeks notice).

To Apply:
Please send résumé, cover letter and list of references to: Marla.nicksic@afm47.org