Marketing & Communications Specialist

The Marketing & Communications Specialist will be responsible for internal and external communications projects including newsletters, emails, and digital content creation & distribution. The ideal candidate will have a dynamic personality, be creative, experienced in managing a wide range of tasks, well organized, dependable, trustworthy, detail-oriented, flexible, and enjoy the challenges of supporting an office of diverse people. He/she must be able to function effectively in a variety of duties under minimal to no supervision.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Create, edit, design, and publish key marketing communications content (i.e., presentations, flyers, newsletters, white papers, press releases, etc.) with accuracy and consistency
Oversee social media channels, driving online community growth and engagement, developing, and curating corporate content, maintaining social media profiles, track and measure key metrics, post engagement
Maintain website, track and measure analytics including SEO, web traffic, and lead generation
Write, edit, and generate story ideas and topic angles for corporate communications
Research and apply for any qualifying industry specific awards
Design digital and print marketing materials, adhering to brand standards
Create, compose, and edit internal and external correspondences
Condense and organize complex information into meaningful communications
Log and maintain all collected materials within digital archive for archival or on-demand purposes
Prepare materials as required in advance of meetings or events, to include monthly management meeting
Occasionally assist with day-to-day office administration functions or events (i.e., conferences, holiday parties, etc.)
Perform other duties as deemed necessary including those assigned by Direct Manager, COO, or owner
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree required, preferred in Communications, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, or other related fields
Requires at least 3+ years of related experience
Microsoft 365 proficiency (Outlook, PowerPoint, EXCEL, Word) and Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Proficiency with Canva
Experience with LinkedIn Campaign Manager and basic video editing
Strong creative writing skills and concept development
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work with several departments
Solid verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Interpersonal skills, dependable, proactive, work in collaborative environment & communicate within all levels of organization
Manage multiple, simultaneous, time-sensitive projects with accuracy
Self-starter that can drive initiatives from start to completion with little to no guidance
Strong professionalism, sound business judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality in sensitive situations
Must be able to work in the Houston office
Results-oriented with proven ability to work both independently and as a member of a team

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