Communications Coordinator

Communications CoordinatorThe Communications Coordinator will support the development and implementation of projects for the Trust for the National Mall's Marketing and Communications team, with an emphasis on social media and media relations. The Communications Coordinator will also execute projects that bring attention to the Trust for the National Mall and AMERICA'S BALL for THE MALL our annual gala, through press operations, website updates, stewardship materials, and signage. The Communications Coordinator will work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with all members of the Marketing & Communications team, and in collaboration with colleagues in other teams across the organizations as needed.Salary Range is $55,000 to $60,000.Core Responsibilities:Write, edit, and coordinate clear and effective social media posts in coordination with our outside digital marketing partner to bring positive attention to the Trust brand, while following the team's brand guidelines.Write and produce effective, high-quality, and impactful video products.Design, modify and update creative graphics/content to support Trust branding and events.Assist in the writing of web and digital newsletter articles.Assist in coordination of media pitching, release drafting, interview development with outside agency.Other duties as assigned.Key Skills:Experience creating concepts and drafting content for social media across all channels.Experience editing and creating graphic design content.Successful track record of media relations and making press placements valued.Website management and content update experience.Familiarity with utilizing brand standards and guidelines.Key Competencies:Successful candidate will have the ability to distill complex and lengthy information into compelling messaging products and graphics.Proficiency in clear, effective, and detail-oriented graphic design is highly valued.Successful candidate must have a positive attitude, be proactive self-starter, adaptable, and be able to meet tight deadlines.The Trust for the National Mall is a tight-knit organization that is growing quickly. Passion for the Trust's mission is essential.Sense of humor is valued.Education:Bachelor's degree in communications, graphic design, digital arts, or other related fields. (Required)Experience:Minimum 2-3 years' experience in the fields of social media, graphic design, communications, marketing and brand management. (Required)Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite tool sets, particularly InDesign and Photoshop are highly valued.Preference will be given to candidates with relevant experience at non-profit organizations and campaigns and demonstrated experience in successfully carrying out projects that increase brand awareness.Application Instructions:Please submit a cover letter with your resume. Please visit our website at for more information about the Trust.If you don't meet 100% of the above qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying. Studies show that you can still be considered for a role if you meet just 50% of the role's requirements.We welcome you to inform us confidentiality if you require any special accommodations to be considered for employment at the Trust. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application.We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.