Marketing and Communications Manager

Homefield helps accelerators, universities, and economic development organizations launch investment funds, and we're building the tools, content, and community to support the next generation of fund managers. Our goal is bold: a thousand funds across the United States in the next ten years, transforming who gets funded and how communities build wealth. We are a small, founder-led team doing meaningful work at the intersection of finance, entrepreneurship, and economic development. OVERVIEW Homefield Operations is looking for a Marketing Communications Manager to own our suite of companies' brand, content, public relations, and events. You will be responsible for telling Homefield's story to the world, building awareness of our programs, and creating the events and publications that position Homefield as a leader in community-centered fund management. This role reports to the Founder and manages marketing interns, ecosystem builders, and outside vendors. THE ROLE Homefield is growing, and the people who need our programs need to know we exist. As Marketing Communications Manager, you own every dimension of how Homefield shows up publicly: our website, social media, email campaigns, press coverage, publications, and events. You will develop and execute Homefield's marketing and communications strategy, manage relationships with outside publications and media outlets, plan and produce events that connect fund managers, entrepreneurs, and community partners, and create content that drives awareness and inbound interest in our programs. You will also manage and mentor marketing interns who support content production, social media, and event logistics. This is a hands‑on role. You will be both the strategist and the executor, building the marketing function from the ground up while producing work every day. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Content and Brand Develop and maintain Homefield's brand voice, messaging, and visual identity across all channels Create and manage a content calendar spanning blog posts, newsletters, social media, case studies, and thought leadership Write and produce content that communicates the impact of Homefield's work to fund managers, entrepreneurs, economic development organizations, and funders Manage Homefield's website, ensuring content is current, compelling, and aligned with organizational goals Oversee social media strategy and execution across platforms Public Relations and Publications Build and manage relationships with journalists, editors, and outside publications relevant to economic development, venture capital, entrepreneurship, and community investing Pitch stories, secure press coverage, and draft press releases that raise Homefield's national profile Identify and pursue speaking opportunities, guest articles, and contributed content placements for Homefield leadership Monitor media coverage and maintain a press kit and media contact list Events Plan, produce, and manage Homefield events including conferences, workshops, networking events, webinars, and community gatherings Develop event strategy that supports business development, brand awareness, and community building Manage event logistics from concept through execution, including venues, vendors, speakers, registration, and follow‑up Coordinate with the Programs Manager and Operations Manager to align event programming with Homefield's program calendar Track event performance and attendee engagement to inform future programming Team Management Manage and mentor marketing interns, delegating work across content production, social media, and event logistics Set clear goals and expectations for interns and provide regular feedback Build workflows and systems that allow the marketing function to scale as the team grows QUALIFICATIONS 5 to 8 years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field Strong writing and editing skills with a portfolio that demonstrates range across formats: long‑form content, social media, press materials, and event collateral Experience managing relationships with media outlets and securing press coverage Experience planning and executing events, from small workshops to larger conferences Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously Experience managing or mentoring junior team members or interns Strategic thinker who is also willing to do the day‑to‑day production work Comfortable in a startup environment where you will help define the role as you grow into it PREFERRED Background in economic development, community finance, venture capital, or social impact Experience building a marketing function or brand presence from an early stage Familiarity with marketing tools such as HubSpot, Mailchimp, Canva, WordPress, or similar platforms Experience with video production or multimedia content Existing relationships with media in the economic development or startup ecosystem COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Annual salary: $75,000 to $95,000, commensurate with experience Benefits package details to be discussed during the interview process EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT Homefield Operations is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. ACCESSIBILITY We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you need accommodations, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Homefield Fund