Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Position OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic, multi-talented Communications & Marketing Coordinator to join our team. This role is ideal for a creative and detail-oriented professional with a versatile background spanning event management, public relations, journalism, marketing, graphic design, and website maintenance. The ideal candidate will take ownership of planning and executing impactful events, producing visual marketing collateral, maintaining website content, and elevating our brand's message across all platforms.Key Responsibilities1. Public Relations & Media CommunicationsDraft press releases, media advisories, newsletters, email announcements (e.g., via Constant Contact), and public notices.Apply journalism and public relations principles to craft clear, concise, and compelling narratives that answer public inquiries effectively.Manage and schedule social media content across platforms using management tools like Hootsuite.Assist with recording, archiving, and uploading public meeting videos and board decks to online platforms (e.g., YouTube).Craft internal communications and board decks for executive leadership and relevant stakeholders.Identify opportunities to strengthen organizational visibility and community awareness.2. Graphic Design & Marketing CollateralDesign visually engaging graphics for print and digital channels, including flyers, pamphlets, social media graphics, ad banners, and slide decks.Utilize design tools such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and other Creative Cloud applications to produce brand-compliant assets.Create marketing materials to promote organizational initiatives, programs, and upcoming events to stakeholders and the general public.Maintain organized files of logos, photographs, templates, graphics, and other brand assets.3. Website Maintenance & Content ManagementMaintain and routinely update content, imagery, and messaging across organizational websites using Content Management Systems (CMS) such as Squarespace.Ensure website landing pages, event links, and downloadable resources remain accurate, functioning, and up-to-date.Collaborate with technical support partners to oversee plugins, multilingual functionality, and ADA/WCAG accessibility compliance.4. Strategic Program & Initiative CoordinationPlan, organize, and facilitate multi-stakeholder initiatives, workshops, internal alignment sessions, and special organizational programs.Oversee scheduling platforms, manage participant tracking, handle ongoing stakeholder communications, and streamline operational workflows.Provide comprehensive real-time coordination, vendor or partner oversight, registration management, and on-site operational support.Conduct post-program evaluations, track participation data, synthesize feedback, and prepare reconciliation reports.Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.Qualifications & SkillsRequired QualificationsExperience: Minimum 2–4 years of demonstrated experience in event coordination, public relations, marketing, journalism, or strategic communications.Design Capabilities: Proficiency in graphic design software and tools, specifically Canva and Adobe Photoshop.Web Management: Hands-on experience with website maintenance, content updates, and CMS management (e.g., Squarespace or WordPress).Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong editing, storytelling, and proofreading abilities.Organization: Proven ability to multitask, prioritize deadline-driven projects, and manage event logistics seamlessly.Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.Experience managing email marketing tools (e.g., Constant Contact) and social media platforms (e.g., Hootsuite).Familiarity with event registration tools (e.g., Eventbrite) and basic video/photo editing.Understanding of accessibility standards (ADA/WCAG) and digital inclusion best practices.Key CompetenciesAdaptability & Responsiveness: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and work independently without much oversight.Creative Problem Solving: Translates ideas into compelling visuals and seamless events.Collaborative Mindset: Works effectively with internal leadership, external contractors, and community stakeholders.Application ProcessTo apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and a portfolio or work samples (design samples, written content, or links to managed websites/events) to Person.POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORKThis is a full-time, exempt position with health benefits and paid time off. While our traditional work hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, SLDC follows a standard work schedule of 40 hours per week for full-time employees. Evening and weekend work is required as job duties demand.SLDC is committed to building a team with a wide range of experiences and perspectives. SLDC strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any statuses protected by law. The position may be financed (in part) (wholly) through an allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of St. Louis' Community Development Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr