Content Communications Specialist
HumanKind
- Lynchburg, VA
- $18.50-21.50 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Salary Range: $18.50-$21.50 / Hour
- Over 5 weeks of Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay to use at your discretion
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement plan with company match and contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Life insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
- Writing and editing various content used for but not limited to the following: newsletters, annual reports, digital content, blog posts, brochures, corporate sponsorship proposals, donor thank yous, and funding requests.
- Attending in-take meetings for all projects and assists with the development of creative briefs as well as participating in brainstorming sessions with the communications and development teams.
- Assisting the Development Team by producing marketing content for donor visits and fundraising events.
- Conducting research on any given topic as needed for program marketing or donor communications, including working with programs to gather information and statistics to support content.
- Assisting with scheduling and conducting interviews with HumanKind staff, program participants, guests, donors, leadership and volunteers to drive content and storytelling.
- Transcribing interviews and produce simple, direct and persuasive copy which inspires action and meets fundraising goals.
- Collaborating with all HumanKind colleagues and team members to provide best possible photos and content concepts to encourage integration.
- Content Communications Specialist > Communications Manager > Communications Director/Marketing Director
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Writing, Marketing, or a related field.
- 2+ years in communications, marketing, digital media, social media or similar role.
- Previous experience with WordPress, ActiveCampaign, Mailchimp, and video editing preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge in basic graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva) and content creation platforms.
- Strong and passionate storytelling skills – communicated via words, presentations, proposals, video and more.
- Excellent project management skills, detail-oriented, highly organized with the ability to manage multiple project deadlines and establish priorities.
- Ability to bring a brand to life in a differentiated way to engage current and new followers.
- Ability to continuously learn and upgrade skills.
- Actively working for equity and inclusivity, practicing humility and curiosity, taking responsibility, continuously evolving for change.
- Prioritizing caring for our people, fostering a nurturing environment, celebrating small wins, acknowledging challenges, embracing innovation and adaptability.
- Nurturing growth in ourselves and others, leveraging strengths, equipping with tools for success, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Staying mission-focused, serving with empathy, putting egos aside, upholding ethics, communicating openly, providing support, and encouraging feedback.