Visual Communications Manager

Visual Communications Manager
JCC of Central NJ
1391 Martine Ave
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Position Summary
The JCC of Central NJ is seeking a creative, organized, and detail-oriented Visual Communications Manager to lead the design and visual presentation of the organization's marketing and communications efforts. This role is responsible for developing compelling print and digital materials that support programs, events, fundraising initiatives, membership, and community engagement efforts.

The Visual Communications Manager serves as a steward of the JCC brand, ensuring a consistent visual identity across all platforms while helping to tell the story of our organization through design, photography, and video. This is a full-time, overtime exempt position reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications.

Key Responsibilities
Graphic Design & Marketing Materials

Design and produce a wide range of marketing and communications materials, including but not limited to brochures, flyers, advertisements, event collateral, signage, annual reports, social media graphics, email graphics, presentations, newsletter, and fundraising materials

Collaborate with departments across the organization to create engaging promotional materials that support program participation and organizational goals

Design materials supporting fundraising campaigns, donor stewardship, annual reports, and special events

Coordinate with outside printers, promotional vendors, sign companies, and other production partners to ensure quality and timely delivery of marketing materials

Ensure projects are completed on schedule and meet established quality standards

Maintain relationships, develop calendar, and provide graphics for paid digital/print advertising and social media planners

Brand Management

Create, maintain, and continually refine the organization's brand style guide

Ensure consistent application of branding, visual identity, messaging, and design standards across all print and digital communications

Serve as a resource for staff on brand usage and visual communication best practices

Photography & Videography

Help capture photography and videography at programs, special events, and community activities

Organize, edit, and maintain a library of visual assets for ongoing marketing use

Manage relationships with hired photographers

Collaborate with staff to identify storytelling opportunities that showcase the JCC's impact

Website & Digital Asset Management

Maintain current and engaging photography and video content across the organization's website

Update visual content and assist with page layout and content presentation on the organization's website using the content management system

Assist in enhancing the user experience through thoughtful visual content placement

Physical Demands

Sit for extended periods while working at a desk and on a computer

Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer-related tasks

Ability to view a computer screen for extended periods and distinguish color, details and visual elements

Communicate effectively in person, verbally and in writing

View and read digital content, reports, and marketing materials

Occasionally lift or move light materials, typically up to 15 pounds

Key Benefits Offered

Complimentary membership and program discounts for the entire family

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid time off policy

Salary range: $60,000 - $68,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

Minimum of 2 years of graphic design experience

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat) and Canva

Experience with photography, photo editing, and basic videography

Knowledge of website content management systems and digital asset management

Strong understanding of branding principles and visual storytelling

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Ability to work collaboratively with staff across departments and engage positively with community members

Experience with email marketing platforms and social media content creation preferred

Experience with WordPress preferred

Basic video editing experience preferred

Experience working in a nonprofit, community center, educational, or camp environment preferred

$62000

Agency Information
The JCC of Central NJ's mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community - from generation to generation. Our Vision is: In our community, with our community for our community. As a Jewish Community Center, we are grounded in Jewish values and traditions and believe in fostering inclusion, creating connections and ensuring continuity for our community.

The JCC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national original, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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