Marketing Specialist
$45,000–$60,000 year
On-siteFlint, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute communications calendars covering print, digital, social, and public media platforms. Manage social media campaigns by creating content and maintaining the Food Bank's presence on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Compile direct mail lists, provide return analytics, and draft donor mail pieces for the Annual Giving program. Coordinate messaging and promotional materials for campaigns like March Against Hunger and Hunger Action Month. Support fundraising efforts by securing client stories, documenting results, and creating presentation materials for speaking engagements. Maintain accurate records of community engagement activities, prepare progress and budget reports, and assist with data entry. Act as a brand ambassador ensuring all promotional pieces adhere to brand guidelines. Produce videos for social media and YouTube through scripting, filming, and editing, while photographing events and maintaining a media archive. Work collaboratively with departments to verify website content and update departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or working toward degree in a related field (Communication/Marketing/Creative Writing/Graphic Design)
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe design software, WordPress, Microsoft Publisher, Canva, printing processes, and photographic formats
- Demonstrated ability to write and edit newsletters, annual reports, and promotional materials with proofreading skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work accurately and effectively with computerized data systems and web design
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and relate well to all constituents, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality
- Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and a variety of demands
- Strong self-motivator, exercises good judgment, and ability to work as a team member
- Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends when necessary
- Must be physically able to assist with event setup and breakdown, including lifting up to 30 lbs. regularly and 50 lbs. on occasion
- Travel to/from events as needed
- Conditions may include working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions as needed and outside of the office at community events
- Work hours will vary in relation to events and will involve evenings and weekends
Desired Qualifications
- Communication/Marketing/Creative Writing/Graphic Design (preferred)
- Previous work experience with fundraising and non-profit organizations
- Two years of work experience in Marketing/Communication position
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