Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri
Creative Communications Specialist
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri, St Louis, Missouri, United States
Position: Creative Communications Specialist Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri
Position purpose : The primary goal of this position is to design, create, update, and implement multi-media collateral to support the strategic marketing and communication goals and mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri. The goals are centered on increasing brand awareness, volunteers, fundraising, and conversion outcomes through marketing activities.
Responsibilities
Illustration and Design: Serve as the lead graphic designer for print, web, and multimedia collateral; conceptualize creative ideas and visual expression; maintain brand standards; apply fundamental design and illustration principles; ensure deliverables meet agency standards and deadlines. Campaign and Event Photography & Videography: Support agency campaigns with photo and video assets; lead and coordinate plans to capture key assets; organize and maintain files and catalogs; repurpose video and photo assets. Marketing and Communication Management: Creative project management and customer service; review internal marketing requests; develop assets; prepare quality creative briefs and project plans; manage end-to-end workflows to meet deadlines and exceed expectations. Collaboration and Best Practices: Build relationships with Marketing & Communications department and agency staff; collaborate with philanthropy, volunteer recruitment, and other departments; track metrics to improve outcomes; stay current with relevant tools and practices. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with at least one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant marketing experience (preferred). Proven proficiency in graphic design; understanding of fundamental design and illustration principles. Knowledge of marketing (traditional and digital), project management, and communications. Knowledge of SEO, SEM and other web/digital strategies. Proven project planning and management skills; ability to manage multiple key projects. Proficiency in photography, videography, editing, and post-production techniques desired. Non-profit sector experience helpful but not required. Skills & Abilities
Technology: Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Procreate, Canva, MS Office, Outlook, Zoom. Flexibility: Ability to work non-standard hours to meet school, team, and community needs, including some nights and weekends. Social Media: Experience with Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn; familiarity with MailChimp or similar email marketing; WordPress or comparable CMS; Google Analytics; CRM and workflow platforms. Competencies, Work Environment, and Benefits
Competencies: Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Accountability, Integrity, Empathy, Civility. Work Environment: Routine and flexible office environment; occasional remote work and outside schedules as needed. Compensation and Benefits: Salary based on experience; 401(k) match; mileage reimbursement; health and dental insurance; life, short/long-term disability; paid vacation and sick leave; personal days; annual raises; eleven paid holidays. Employment details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, Writing/Editing Industries: Non-profit Organization Management Location: St. Louis, MO #J-18808-Ljbffr
Illustration and Design: Serve as the lead graphic designer for print, web, and multimedia collateral; conceptualize creative ideas and visual expression; maintain brand standards; apply fundamental design and illustration principles; ensure deliverables meet agency standards and deadlines. Campaign and Event Photography & Videography: Support agency campaigns with photo and video assets; lead and coordinate plans to capture key assets; organize and maintain files and catalogs; repurpose video and photo assets. Marketing and Communication Management: Creative project management and customer service; review internal marketing requests; develop assets; prepare quality creative briefs and project plans; manage end-to-end workflows to meet deadlines and exceed expectations. Collaboration and Best Practices: Build relationships with Marketing & Communications department and agency staff; collaborate with philanthropy, volunteer recruitment, and other departments; track metrics to improve outcomes; stay current with relevant tools and practices. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with at least one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant marketing experience (preferred). Proven proficiency in graphic design; understanding of fundamental design and illustration principles. Knowledge of marketing (traditional and digital), project management, and communications. Knowledge of SEO, SEM and other web/digital strategies. Proven project planning and management skills; ability to manage multiple key projects. Proficiency in photography, videography, editing, and post-production techniques desired. Non-profit sector experience helpful but not required. Skills & Abilities
Technology: Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Procreate, Canva, MS Office, Outlook, Zoom. Flexibility: Ability to work non-standard hours to meet school, team, and community needs, including some nights and weekends. Social Media: Experience with Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn; familiarity with MailChimp or similar email marketing; WordPress or comparable CMS; Google Analytics; CRM and workflow platforms. Competencies, Work Environment, and Benefits
Competencies: Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Accountability, Integrity, Empathy, Civility. Work Environment: Routine and flexible office environment; occasional remote work and outside schedules as needed. Compensation and Benefits: Salary based on experience; 401(k) match; mileage reimbursement; health and dental insurance; life, short/long-term disability; paid vacation and sick leave; personal days; annual raises; eleven paid holidays. Employment details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, Writing/Editing Industries: Non-profit Organization Management Location: St. Louis, MO #J-18808-Ljbffr