Digital Communications Coordinator

Buffalo, NY. Community Foundation For Greater Buffalo. Digital Communications Coordinator. FT. Benefits. $24.00- $28.00/Hour. The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo (Foundation) is seeking to hire a Digital Communications Coordinator. JOB SUMMARY: The Digital Communications Coordinator is part of a fast-paced, versatile team and is primarily responsible for developing, coordinating and executing digital communications projects, including but not limited to: social media posts/pages (Facebook and LinkedIn), emails using Mailchimp and websites using WordPress, as well as reporting on analytics for all. The ideal candidate has proven experience in professionally executing a successful digital strategy through creative and engaging social media posts, emails and websites, and demonstrates an ongoing understanding of and zeal for the mission and vision of the Community Foundation. The ideal candidate is a person who is eager to take on new challenges and explore digital media in technologically advancing communications platforms. This person exemplifies innovation for digital communications and moves with ease when posing a group of people for a photo, writing a creative caption for a post, designing unique graphics, suggesting and implementing new ideas to enhance the website, and supporting the team wherever needed to move all communications forward. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Social media- Develops content, including video posts, for multiple Facebook and LinkedIn pages; engages with other users and responds to comments/messages; proactively manages content calendars for multiple initiatives; leads initiative-specific content meetings with team leaders across the organization and creatively implements ideas resulting from those meetings. Mailchimp emails- Drafts/builds engaging and compelling emails, including e-newsletters, in Mailchimp; manages/updates email lists; coordinates approvals and sends emails though Mailchimp. Website- Updates multiple websites through WordPress which includes keeping news stories current, adding/deleting timely content, incorporating photos and videos, and weekly maintenance. Content collection- responsible for photography and basic (phone) video at meetings, events, etc. to be used for various communications including social media, emails and website; downloads and organizes incoming content through online storytelling software; develops stories/social media posts based on submissions. TRAVEL: Generally, travel is primarily within the eight counties of Western New York. Some domestic travel may be required for job training and professional development. TECHNICAL EXPERTISE/EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills. Possesses video (phone) and video editing, photography and graphic design skills. Bachelors degree in communications, marketing or related field. Minimum of three years work experience in marketing/communications field including managing professional social media page(s), updating websites in Wordpress, and designing/sending emails through Mailchimp or similar platform, including list management. Takes a proactive leadership role when capturing photos and videos. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva. How to Apply: Send cover letter and resume as a single Word or PDF document via email to: Jobs@CFGB.org. Please submit responses electronically via email. Response may also be received by U.S. Postal Service if an electronic medium is not available. No calls please.