Wellness House
A Meaningful Mission
Wellness House envisions a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost, and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support, and empower participants in order to help them improve their physical and emotional well‑being.
Description
The Creative Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies while producing high‑quality visual and written content that engages participants, donors, volunteers, healthcare providers, and community partners. This position tailors strategies and materials to the unique needs of each audience, ensuring communications are compelling and aligned with organizational goals.
Department:
Marketing & Communications
Supervised by:
Director of Marketing and Communications
Supervises:
Volunteers, Interns
Status:
Full‑time, Salaried, Exempt
Hours:
40 hours per week; some evening and weekend work required as needed
Location:
Onsite at main location in Hinsdale and partner locations; fully onsite initially, with potential hybrid option after 90 days
Responsibilities Graphic Design, Marketing and Content Development (Approx. 65–70%)
Design and produce all major organizational print and digital collateral, including Annual Report, two print newsletters annually, quarterly program guides and welcome guides, quarterly flyers, postcards, ads, promotional materials, fundraising appeals (two per year), annual impact reports, paid print advertising for special events, partner banners, posters, flyers for distribution at partner hospitals, additional collateral as needed for programs, fundraising, and outreach, event signage and collateral
Manage the production process from concept through delivery, ensuring materials align with brand standards and strategic goals
Write, edit, and proof content for marketing materials, program promotions, fundraising campaigns, and email templates
Capture and curate mission‑centered photography that reflects participant experience and program impact (event photos at quarterly special program events, additional program activities, producing usable photo assets paired with participant or staff quotes, selecting and preparing photos that accurately and respectfully tell the Wellness House story)
Maintain and organize the Wellness House photography library; ensure images are current, searchable, and approved for use
Collaborate with staff across departments to support program and development marketing needs (collaborate with Community Relations Manager, with DoMC, Special Events Manager, Public Relations and Media Manager, Manager of HR and Volunteers)
Manage vendor and distributor relationships to fulfill marketing needs
Digital Engagement and Social Media (Approx. 20%)
Develop and implement an organic social media strategy aligned with organizational goals
Create, schedule, and publish content across major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and others as appropriate)
Maintain a comprehensive social media content calendar
Produce graphics, photography‑driven posts, video snippets, and other multimedia content for digital platforms
Build and maintain a library of photo + quote assets for ongoing use in social, web, and advertising
Monitor engagement, respond to comments/messages, and foster positive online community interaction
Track analytics, report on performance, and refine strategies
Stay current with evolving digital and AI tools; incorporate generative AI or AI‑optimized workflows where beneficial
Website Management (Approx. 5–10%)
Serve as lead staff maintaining the organizational website, including updating content, editing program and fundraising information, and liaising with external web professionals as needed; maintain and update staff and board sections of the website to keep it current and accurate
Ensure accessibility, usability, and brand consistency across web pages
Write and edit content for the website and review submissions from other staff
Strategy, Budget, and Administration (Approx. 10%)
In partnership with the Director of Marketing and Communications, develop and manage the annual marketing expense budget, including maintaining detailed monthly expense records and monitoring day‑to‑day spending to ensure alignment with approved allocations
Own and develop marketing strategy for Wellness House, thinking critically about how to reach the right audience
Maintain and continuously improve the Wellness House photo library, ensuring high‑quality, rights‑cleared, current imagery available for organizational use
Speak confidently about why and what Wellness House does and the impact it has on participants; be well‑versed in current participation data
Provide reports on marketing and social media activities, web/digital analytics, and campaign effectiveness
Contribute to the development and evaluation of marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and adjusting as needed
Utilize program data in developing tactical marketing plans and in understanding the impact of the plan
Oversee Wellness House brand strategy and support consistency of Wellness House’s brand identity across print, digital, and events, both internally and externally
Participate in surveys and data collection processes with program and development teams to inform messaging and strategy
Further update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications
Represent Wellness House at select program and fundraising events to deepen understanding of participant experiences and capture storytelling assets
Maintain confidentiality and organizational integrity in all activities
Perform general tasks and other duties as assigned
Attendance at Events Required
Annual Walk for Wellness House
The Annual Wellness House Ball
Lifetime Trustee Dinner
1-2 Local conventions per year
Take event photographs (and gain knowledge of participants’ experiences), approximately 6–12 additional program events annually (usually an evening or Saturday, 1–3 per quarter)
Performance Measures To be filled in each year during annual evaluation, by employee and supervisor
Requirements Education / Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, graphic design, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of professional creative marketing experience; or equivalent, relevant work experience in lieu of degree for a minimum of 7 years of professional creative marketing experience
Experience with photography and photo editing for marketing purposes
Strong experience managing organic social media strategy, content creation, content calendars, and audience engagement; knowledge of Hootsuite a plus
Experience with project management tools (Monday.com and OneNote a plus)
Website management experience (WordPress preferred)
Experience with email service provider platforms required (Constant Contact preferred)
Experience working with CRMs preferred
2 years in nonprofit marketing preferred
Special Knowledge & Skills:
Proven excellence in graphic design, layout, and visual storytelling, with advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Canva required; a portfolio of recent design work is required with application
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
Familiarity with GA4, SEO a plus
Basic video editing skills required to produce short‑form content for social media and digital storytelling
Generative AI and AI‑optimized workflow skills preferred
Excellent writing, editing, copyediting, and proofreading skills
Demonstrated Competencies:
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects independently
Strong cross‑functional collaboration and communication skills
Commitment to cancer health equity and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
Commitment to the mission of Wellness House and ability to communicate its impact with authenticity
Access to transportation for local travel required
Applicants must submit a portfolio (or samples of recent work) demonstrating design capabilities and organizational storytelling
Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged
Wellness House is an EOE
Join Our Team! At Wellness House, we are always looking for smart, dedicated experts who recognize the value of psychosocial care as a complement to medical care. A career with Wellness House provides an opportunity to use your unique skills and talents to make a difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer.
We provide opportunities for staff growth, leadership development, and team building throughout the year. We value direct communication, high professional standards, and a mindful approach. Our staff culture is intentional in our efforts to acknowledge and make space for diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in our work with each other and in our program delivery. From snack‑and‑greet to staff retreats, we make sure to give our staff a chance to connect.
Benefits
Employer paid Medical, Dental, Life, Long‑term Disability, and AD&D insurance premiums
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Vision, and Pet Insurance benefits available
403(b) with employer match
Annual incentive bonus
Gym on‑site
Generous sick and vacation time
Estimated Hiring Range Final offers are based upon qualifications, years of experience, and internal equity considerations and may or may not fall within the estimated hiring range of $67,000 - $74,500
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Wellness House envisions a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost, and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support, and empower participants in order to help them improve their physical and emotional well‑being.
Description
The Creative Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies while producing high‑quality visual and written content that engages participants, donors, volunteers, healthcare providers, and community partners. This position tailors strategies and materials to the unique needs of each audience, ensuring communications are compelling and aligned with organizational goals.
Department:
Marketing & Communications
Supervised by:
Director of Marketing and Communications
Supervises:
Volunteers, Interns
Status:
Full‑time, Salaried, Exempt
Hours:
40 hours per week; some evening and weekend work required as needed
Location:
Onsite at main location in Hinsdale and partner locations; fully onsite initially, with potential hybrid option after 90 days
Responsibilities Graphic Design, Marketing and Content Development (Approx. 65–70%)
Design and produce all major organizational print and digital collateral, including Annual Report, two print newsletters annually, quarterly program guides and welcome guides, quarterly flyers, postcards, ads, promotional materials, fundraising appeals (two per year), annual impact reports, paid print advertising for special events, partner banners, posters, flyers for distribution at partner hospitals, additional collateral as needed for programs, fundraising, and outreach, event signage and collateral
Manage the production process from concept through delivery, ensuring materials align with brand standards and strategic goals
Write, edit, and proof content for marketing materials, program promotions, fundraising campaigns, and email templates
Capture and curate mission‑centered photography that reflects participant experience and program impact (event photos at quarterly special program events, additional program activities, producing usable photo assets paired with participant or staff quotes, selecting and preparing photos that accurately and respectfully tell the Wellness House story)
Maintain and organize the Wellness House photography library; ensure images are current, searchable, and approved for use
Collaborate with staff across departments to support program and development marketing needs (collaborate with Community Relations Manager, with DoMC, Special Events Manager, Public Relations and Media Manager, Manager of HR and Volunteers)
Manage vendor and distributor relationships to fulfill marketing needs
Digital Engagement and Social Media (Approx. 20%)
Develop and implement an organic social media strategy aligned with organizational goals
Create, schedule, and publish content across major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and others as appropriate)
Maintain a comprehensive social media content calendar
Produce graphics, photography‑driven posts, video snippets, and other multimedia content for digital platforms
Build and maintain a library of photo + quote assets for ongoing use in social, web, and advertising
Monitor engagement, respond to comments/messages, and foster positive online community interaction
Track analytics, report on performance, and refine strategies
Stay current with evolving digital and AI tools; incorporate generative AI or AI‑optimized workflows where beneficial
Website Management (Approx. 5–10%)
Serve as lead staff maintaining the organizational website, including updating content, editing program and fundraising information, and liaising with external web professionals as needed; maintain and update staff and board sections of the website to keep it current and accurate
Ensure accessibility, usability, and brand consistency across web pages
Write and edit content for the website and review submissions from other staff
Strategy, Budget, and Administration (Approx. 10%)
In partnership with the Director of Marketing and Communications, develop and manage the annual marketing expense budget, including maintaining detailed monthly expense records and monitoring day‑to‑day spending to ensure alignment with approved allocations
Own and develop marketing strategy for Wellness House, thinking critically about how to reach the right audience
Maintain and continuously improve the Wellness House photo library, ensuring high‑quality, rights‑cleared, current imagery available for organizational use
Speak confidently about why and what Wellness House does and the impact it has on participants; be well‑versed in current participation data
Provide reports on marketing and social media activities, web/digital analytics, and campaign effectiveness
Contribute to the development and evaluation of marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and adjusting as needed
Utilize program data in developing tactical marketing plans and in understanding the impact of the plan
Oversee Wellness House brand strategy and support consistency of Wellness House’s brand identity across print, digital, and events, both internally and externally
Participate in surveys and data collection processes with program and development teams to inform messaging and strategy
Further update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications
Represent Wellness House at select program and fundraising events to deepen understanding of participant experiences and capture storytelling assets
Maintain confidentiality and organizational integrity in all activities
Perform general tasks and other duties as assigned
Attendance at Events Required
Annual Walk for Wellness House
The Annual Wellness House Ball
Lifetime Trustee Dinner
1-2 Local conventions per year
Take event photographs (and gain knowledge of participants’ experiences), approximately 6–12 additional program events annually (usually an evening or Saturday, 1–3 per quarter)
Performance Measures To be filled in each year during annual evaluation, by employee and supervisor
Requirements Education / Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, graphic design, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of professional creative marketing experience; or equivalent, relevant work experience in lieu of degree for a minimum of 7 years of professional creative marketing experience
Experience with photography and photo editing for marketing purposes
Strong experience managing organic social media strategy, content creation, content calendars, and audience engagement; knowledge of Hootsuite a plus
Experience with project management tools (Monday.com and OneNote a plus)
Website management experience (WordPress preferred)
Experience with email service provider platforms required (Constant Contact preferred)
Experience working with CRMs preferred
2 years in nonprofit marketing preferred
Special Knowledge & Skills:
Proven excellence in graphic design, layout, and visual storytelling, with advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Canva required; a portfolio of recent design work is required with application
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
Familiarity with GA4, SEO a plus
Basic video editing skills required to produce short‑form content for social media and digital storytelling
Generative AI and AI‑optimized workflow skills preferred
Excellent writing, editing, copyediting, and proofreading skills
Demonstrated Competencies:
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects independently
Strong cross‑functional collaboration and communication skills
Commitment to cancer health equity and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
Commitment to the mission of Wellness House and ability to communicate its impact with authenticity
Access to transportation for local travel required
Applicants must submit a portfolio (or samples of recent work) demonstrating design capabilities and organizational storytelling
Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged
Wellness House is an EOE
Join Our Team! At Wellness House, we are always looking for smart, dedicated experts who recognize the value of psychosocial care as a complement to medical care. A career with Wellness House provides an opportunity to use your unique skills and talents to make a difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer.
We provide opportunities for staff growth, leadership development, and team building throughout the year. We value direct communication, high professional standards, and a mindful approach. Our staff culture is intentional in our efforts to acknowledge and make space for diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in our work with each other and in our program delivery. From snack‑and‑greet to staff retreats, we make sure to give our staff a chance to connect.
Benefits
Employer paid Medical, Dental, Life, Long‑term Disability, and AD&D insurance premiums
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Vision, and Pet Insurance benefits available
403(b) with employer match
Annual incentive bonus
Gym on‑site
Generous sick and vacation time
Estimated Hiring Range Final offers are based upon qualifications, years of experience, and internal equity considerations and may or may not fall within the estimated hiring range of $67,000 - $74,500
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