Marketing and Communications Manager
Salary: $65K-$70K /annual
Type of Position:
Application Post Date:
Application Deadline: May 17, 2022
Link to PostingAbout Our Organization
Mind-Builders is a community-based organization founded to inspire the growth of youth and families through high-quality, low-cost arts instruction. We are hiring for a newly created position: Marketing and Communications Director. You will be responsible for the design and execution of communications strategies that reach and expand our community of youth, families, schools, and program partners. That’s why we feel it’s important that you be around them and in the building at least 3 days per week. You’ll get to experience the warmth of our community and the magic of our classes, get to know our extraordinary arts teachers, and see youth transformation first-hand.
Job Position Summary
Description:
This position will create and execute our inward- and outward-facing marketing and communications strategies, in print and digital media. The successful candidate will have a great eye for DESIGN (postcards, flyers, e-blasts), a creative approach to MESSAGING (using different strategies to communicate with different target audiences), and an authentic, professional, and approachable demeanor. They will enjoy the freedom of working independently to create design and execution strategies, while benefiting from the “brain trust’ and camaraderie of the Mind-Builders team. Measures for success for this position include attracting new students, retaining current students, making youth and families feel like they are part of a community. BIPOC, non-binary, and all identities are welcome. M-F or T-S schedules possible.
Salary and Benefits:
We Appreciate Great Employees!
- Salary commensurate with experience, low $65K high $70K.
- Disability and health insurance, paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities available.
Top Three Requirements:
- Experience: a liberal arts Bachelor’s degree AND/OR demonstrated success at motivating and increasing audiences for arts, youth, or education organizations.
- Skill details: proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, basic video editing, and email marketing software. Proofreading, copy editing, content and asset management.
- Top-level skills: demonstrated excellence in writing and editing, visual acumen (graphic design skills a plus), an engaging and friendly personality for building relationships, and an understanding of contemporary youth culture. Ability to create timelines, adhere to deadlines, and attend to details.
Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Roles & Responsibilities
How to Apply
How To Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF to Ms. Cope at jcope@mind-builders.org with the subject “Marketing and Communications Manager.” Your cover letter should address the top three requirements of experience, top-level skills, and skill details. You may also describe a recent project you’re proud of.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.