What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Coordinator position at Wisconsin Bankers Association?
The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is looking for a high-energy, focused individual for its communications work. The ideal candidate will be eager to serve the members of a premier state-wide non-profit trade association through their ability to impactfully engage members, the media, and others with WBA and all its subsidiaries. Limited travel and overnights required.
Communications Coordinator Essential Duties:
- Create informative and timely member content in a wide variety of mediums, including digital & print publications, video, and website management for WBA and its subsidiaries.
- Plan and direct the Association's regular internal and external communications and earned media efforts. This includes preparing press releases, talking points, etc.
- Serve as a writer and editor for all WBA publications to guarantee all content is accurate, publication-ready, and published in a timely manner.
- Work with WBA’s advocacy, education, and member services areas on consistent messaging and brand awareness for public policy, trade conferences, and other projects.
- Develop and maintain professional working relationships with journalists and media outlets, as well as the communications staff at larger member institutions.
- Prepare detailed communications/media activity reports for boards, committees and management staff.
- Provide communications and other support to the Executive Director of the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation.
- Provide communications support to WBA subsidiaries.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the VP Legal and Communications.
Requirements:
- Strong communication, writing, editing, and presentation skills; knowledge of AP Stylebook
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to craft a message and generate earned media
- Ability to learn software; strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Teams
- Knowledge of and proficiency in various software including Adobe InDesign, WordPress, Microsoft Office Suite, and Mailchimp
- Minimum 2 years of experience in communications, journalism, writing, or similar field
In addition, the ideal candidate would have the following attributes:
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud apps such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
- Enjoys managing varying responsibilities and multi-tasking
- Strong relationship-building skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to walk, bend, kneel, twist, stand, and/or sit for an extended period.
TO APPLY: interested persons should email a current resume and cover letter explaining their qualifications and salary requirements by March 28, 2025, to the HR Manager at: applications@wisbank.com.