What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing and Communication Assistant position at YMCA of Greater Kansas City?
Overview
The Marketing and Communication Assistant will be instrumental in providing support that assists in driving the execution of marketing and communications initiatives.
Hiring Range: $17.00 to $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
Free Individual YMCA Membership
Professional Development Training Opportunities
OUR CULTURE: The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Responsibilities
- Actively work with the Marketing and Communications team to meet team deadlines.
- Update KansasCityYMCA.org and related websites with current, accurate information for prospect, member and program participants.
- Assist with podcast execution helping with: scripts, social promos, editing MP3 and MP4.
- Write and coordinate social media posts for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and other platforms.
- Use creative software to update forms and create simple marketing materials.
- Help proof written and creative projects.
- Assist with special events preparation including tracking and following up on RSVPs, helping gather material needed and set-up.
- Assist with invoice and expense process.
- Travel as needed to assigned locations across the association.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related area from an accredited college or university or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
- Able to make independent and sound decisions in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.
- Detail oriented with good organizational skills, and be multi-task proficient.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with Canva and or/Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat preferred, or willingness to be trained to assist with updates/edits to marketing materials.
- Experience with Drupal preferred.
Salary : $17 - $19
