Responsibilities

• Tell our story. Find and develop compelling stories about our programs, people, donors, volunteers, partnerships, and community impact.
• Create engaging content. Produce written, visual, and multimedia content including photography, video, newsletters, articles, campaign materials, donor communications, and digital content.
• Lead social media. Develop strategy, create content, manage platforms, engage audiences, and grow the Y’s digital presence.
• Drive communications strategy. Create communication plans that strengthen the Y’s visibility, reputation, and relationships with members, donors, staff, and community partners.
• Manage media relations. Coordinate press releases, media outreach, public statements, and community awareness efforts.
• Support fundraising and campaigns. Partner with development, marketing, and program teams to create communications that inspire people to give, participate, and get involved.
• Champion our brand. Ensure communications consistently reflect the YMCA’s mission, values, voice, and brand.
• Strengthen internal communication. Help keep staff and volunteers informed, connected, and engaged.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Production, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in communications, public relations, content development, or nonprofit storytelling.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience creating and managing multimedia content including video, photography, graphic design, and social media.
• Strong understanding of public relations, media relations, and community engagement strategies.
• Experience managing communication platforms and social media channels.
• Ability to translate organizational impact into compelling stories and messages.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.