Marketing & Communication Assistant Job at Greater Peoria Family YMCA in Peoria

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The Marketing & Communication Assistant supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The role fosters a cause-centered culture and builds community understanding of the YMCA’s cause and impact through development and implementation of effective marketing and communications strategies.

Responsibilities

• Editing and writing content for diverse channels and audiences including Y stories.
• Produces and distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs, in accordance with membership and marketing plans.
• Support and content creation for social media.
• Assist with website content development and editing that will include assisting all Directors.
• Manage special projects as assigned, including story, photo and video organization.
• Assist with brand management, including updating and developing tools.
• Support digital media advertising.
• May support association email marketing communications and training.
• Graphic design, photography and videography work are integrated into Y stories.
• Works directly with the Director of Fund Development.
• This individual may also work with other Directors and colleagues throughout the association.
• Assist with coordination of special projects/events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field preferred, or working towards the completion of one.
• Previous professional experience in marketing, advertising and or graphic design.
• Excellent personal computer skills and experience with standard business software.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud software - Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator preferred.
• Must have strong experience with Canva.
• Must have some experience with video production.
• Must have strong interpersonal, public relations and communications skills, including the ability to make presentations and handle media inquiries.

USD $17.55 - USD $21.93 /Hr.