Humane Society of Greater Dayton is hiring: Graphics and Communication Specialis

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton (HSGD) is proud to be a no-kill organization that has been serving the animals and people of the Miami Valley since 1902. To put that into perspective, we were committed to the animals in our community before the Wright Brothers invented flight! Our mission is to build a community in which all animals are valued and free from suffering, and life is enhanced through relationships with pets.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for creating and maintaining marketing communications and promotions including, but not limited to, quarterly newsletters, social media graphics, special event promotions, brochures, annual reports while maintaining high standards for HSGD’s branding guidelines.
• Collaborate with staff, board and volunteers to write compelling and heartfelt stories that speak to the programs, services and successes happening every day at HSGD.
• Collaborate with staff and consultants to ensure that communication vehicles have donor-focused content
• Create and maintain online fundraisers or other donor-focused initiatives to increase funding to support the programs and services provided by HSGD.
• Support strategies and research to identify, prioritize, cultivate, solicit, recognize and steward donors and prospects
• Work with Marketing & PR Manager to develop a timeline and help to implement promotional materials for HSGD’s signature events
• Be comfortable speaking in public as a representative of HSGD during special events, meetings, or in our weekly pet-of-the-week spots on television, etc.
• Post, respond and manage multiple social media channels daily regarding adoptable animals, upcoming events, success stories, etc. This includes Facebook’s Business Suite, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.
• Update content on HSGD’s main website as well as event-specific websites as needed
• Attend and help promote major events happening throughout the year such as the Furry Skurry 5K, Fore Paws Golf Classic and Pet Afflaire Gala.
• Perform other job-related duties and activities as needed
• Support the other team members in the Marketing and Development office to ensure success for the department as a whole
• Properly operate HSGD vans and vehicles according to safety training standards
• Be comfortable interacting with animals including cats, dogs, rabbits, farm animals, and be responsible for keeping animals safe and in proper care based on HSGD standards at events.
• May provide ad hoc support for other HSGD roles within the marketing department.
• This role will report to the Marketing and PR Manager.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar marketing and graphic design role
• Not-for-profit experience a plus, but not required
• Must be highly proficient in the use of Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and other social media channels
• Graphic Design experience required
• Photography and video editing skills required
• Excellent verbal and visual communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills; excellent written communication skills
• Proficiency in programs including Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator), Microsoft Office required. Experience in Canva, WordPress and Constant Contact preferred.
• Experience and ability to use office equipment
• Strong knowledge of and commitment to principles, ethics and practices of successful fundraising
• Attention to detail and enthusiasm for work
• Strives to succeed – ambitious, maturity, poise, positive attitude
• Flexibility
• Results oriented, driven and decisive (including the ability to make recommendations)
• Effective time management and planning skills- must be able to plan, prioritize, coordinate and manage work independently
• Ability to absorb information quickly and perform duties in a timely and accurate fashion
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and respond/interact effectively and diplomatically to multiple customers (internal and external)
• Ability to complete multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously, meeting all related deadlines
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively and creatively
• Proven ability to work with colleagues, board members, donors and volunteers
• Ability to present to, inform and motivate individuals and groups regarding HSGD programs and mission
• Creativity and originality celebrated in bringing new and fresh ideas to promotions
• Thrive in working independently on multiple projects while also working closely in a team environment within the Marketing and Development Department

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is constantly required to use hands to handle or feel
• The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and discern colors

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Centerville, OH 45459 (Required)

Work Location: In person