Director of Programs & Marketing Position

About Live In Your Truth

Live In Your Truth (LIYT) is a bold, justice-rooted organization led by and for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities. We produce powerful, community-centered programming and award-winning media content that inspires culture shift, empowers the most marginalized, and builds lasting impact.

Live In Your Truth is the lead organizer of Montgomery County Pride In The Plaza, the county’s largest annual LGBTQIA+ event, and proudly houses the Coalition for Inclusive Schools & Communities, a multi-sector alliance advancing equity in education across the region. We are also the Emmy-nominated, Gold Telly Award-winning producers of the original television series LIYT Nights & Drag Duels — uplifting queer artistry, joy, and resistance through creative storytelling. From intergenerational healing spaces to inclusive education campaigns to groundbreaking media, LIYT’s work is dynamic, deeply collaborative, and rooted in justice.

About the Role

The Director of Programs & Marketing is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the CEO of MoCo Pride Center Inc., and Executive Director of Live In Your Truth. This full-time, in-person role is responsible for managing the development, execution, and promotion of all LIYT programs and campaigns — including our signature Pride event, statewide advocacy initiatives, and national media projects.

You will supervise staff, manage partnerships, guide communications, and ensure that our programs and public presence are aligned, impactful, and deeply connected to the needs of our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Program Strategy & Oversight

  • Lead planning, execution, and evaluation of all LIYT programs, events, and campaigns

  • Supervise program staff and contractors; provide leadership and accountability across all initiatives

  • Build and manage systems for documentation, performance tracking, and reporting

  • Coordinate year-round programming calendar in alignment with community needs and major milestones

  • Direct key initiatives including youth programming, wellness initiatives, intergenerational events, and coalition-based advocacy work

Marketing & Communications Leadership

  • Oversee all marketing efforts, including newsletters, social media, campaigns, and digital content

  • Supervise marketing staff, contractors, and designers

  • Collaborate with the Executive Director to shape brand voice and messaging

  • Lead promotion and engagement for media projects, including Black Girl Magic Stories, LIYT Nights & Drag Duels, and upcoming digital content

  • Manage website updates and public communications to reflect program offerings and milestones

Event Management

  • Lead programming and coordination for Montgomery County Pride In The Plaza, including managing production schedules, performance rosters, and accessibility logistics

  • Oversee community engagement efforts to ensure robust participation and visibility

  • Ensure all events are inclusive, impactful, and well-executed

External Relations & Collaboration

  • Represent LIYT in coalitions and community spaces, particularly as a key voice within the Coalition for Inclusive Schools & Communities

  • Maintain and strengthen relationships with organizational partners, elected officials, community leaders, and advocacy allies

  • Respond to speaking and tabling requests, manage outreach opportunities, and support community-based partnerships

Who You Are

  • A strategic thinker and highly organized executor

  • A strong leader who builds team culture and cultivates accountability

  • A powerful communicator across formats — from community meetings to email campaigns

  • Deeply aligned with the values of equity, justice, and liberation

  • Grounded in the experiences and needs of LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities

  • Comfortable managing competing priorities, adapting to change, and meeting deadlines

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of leadership experience in nonprofit, campaign, program, or event management roles

  • Experience managing multiple staff, consultants, or volunteers across varied projects

  • Strong communication and public speaking skills

  • Experience building or leading marketing strategies and brand campaigns

  • Proficiency with Google Workspace, Canva, and project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello)

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field

  • Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

  • Experience or interest in media production and storytelling is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $75,000 base salary

  • Benefits: Comprehensive package including 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off; and employer retirement contributions

  • Work Culture: High-trust, high-impact, values-centered, creative, and collaborative

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Live In Your Truth and MoCo Pride Center, Inc., is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

To Apply

Please submit the following materials to employment@liveinyourtruth.org:

  1. A cover letter detailing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities

  2. A resume outlining your relevant work experience and education

  3. Two references (name, title, and contact information)

  4. Optional: A portfolio or sample of previous program or communications work

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.