Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri is hiring: Creative Communications

Position: Marketing Manager

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri is a growing organization and always focused on taking the best care of its many constituents. It is one of the largest affiliates in the nation, and for over 6 years is awarded as a leader in quality service. It focuses its services on youth ages 5-25. Our Mission: We partner with young people in their pursuit of a meaningful, stable, and independent life.

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. This role requires strong graphic design, videography, and photography skills, website design and maintenance skills, exceptional organizational and project management, and a high degree of creative thinking. This role supports all agency efforts in marketing and communications, including working with colleagues inside and outside the department.

Core Job Responsibilities

COMMUNICATION DESIGN, GRAPHIC DESIGN, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND VIDEOGRAPHY DEVELOPMENT

· Illustration and Design

• Conceptualize creative ideas and visual expression and maintain brand standards and guidelines
• Serve as the lead graphic designer for print, web, and multimedia collateral
• 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 photo and video assets from internal agency events
• Organize, maintain, and repurpose video and photo assets

Marketing and communication management

· Creative Project Management

• Routinely review and assess internal marketing and communication requests and develop assets
• Develop creative briefs and project plans while also managing workflows to complete deadlines consistently
• Supports the VP of Marketing & Communications to develop and execute strategy

COLLABORATE WITH PARTNERS AND IMPLEMENT BEST PRACTICES

• Drive Success through Relationships, Reflection, and Forward-Thinking
  • Build solid and effective relationships with the Marketing & Communications department and agency staff
  • Collaborate with philanthropy, volunteer recruitment, program, and operations staff to ensure marketing efforts support organization goals
  • Routinely track and review results and metrics to maintain consistency and improve outcomes
  • Routinely seek, acquire, and implement knowledge of relevant tools, standards, and practices

Education & RELATED WORK Experience

• Bachelor's degree or a combination of 3+ years of marketing experience preferred
• Proven proficiency in graphic design
• Proven proficiency in photography, videography, editing and post-production techniques
• Knowledge of marketing (traditional and digital), project management, and communications
• Knowledge of SEO, SEM and other web and digital strategies
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software applications
• Experience in non-profit sector helpful, not required
• Regular access to a reliable car, valid driver's license, and insurance
• Proven project planning and management skills; able to manage multiple key projects simultaneously

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Routine office schedule environment, Flexible work hours to meet requirements/deadlines
• Technology/computer skills needed. Proficient in the following platforms: MS Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, & Teams); Outlook, & Zoom
• Digital platform skills desired: Email Distribution, Social Media Scheduling, Canva
• Flexible work hours to meet the needs of schools, team members, and community leaders/organizations
• Must have a car, valid driver's license, and state-required automobile insurance minimums

TOOLS & TECH

• Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign, Procreate, Canva
• Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
• MailChimp or similar email marketing platform
• WordPress or comparable web content management system
• Google Analytics
• Customer Relationship Management platform(s)
• Workflow management platforms

Typical Profile of a Big Brothers Big Sisters Team Member:

• Someone who knows how to make things happen.
• A thinker who can participate in a team environment to create and execute new projects and goals.
• A self-starter who isn't afraid to work hard.
• Someone who understands what it means to "take ownership" and run with it.
• A planner who can map out the steps to success and follow through.
• Someone who is adaptable and quick on their feet.
• Someone who is curious - always on the lookout for the next opportunity, to create and/or improve.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary will be based upon professional and academic experience (salary range - $45,000-$55,000)
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Immediate and 100% coverage on health and dental insurance.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance following the first ninety days of employment.
• .625 cents reimbursement on business miles; 100% of out of office parking for business meetings, etc.
• 401(k) - 3% match per year following first year of employment.
• After 90 days staff will receive 5 days of paid vacation and 10 days of paid vacation after one year of service. 
• Accrue 1 day per month of sick leave (can also be used for family illnesses) - can carry up to 30 days of sick leave.
• 2 personal days per year following the first ninety days of employment.
• Annual raises based on performance, culture and agency's ability.
• 11 paid holidays.