Marketing & Communications Coordinator

West Des Moines, IA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

Job Summary

Drive marketing and communications for a Iowa builder-association, coordinating cross-channel content and media relations to support a 5-year plan.

  • Must-have: 3+ years in communications/PR with strategy development
  • Standout: Cross-channel content creation and brand voice management
  • Standout: Collaboration with senior leadership and multiple teams

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute integrated communication strategies that align with the company’s objectives, vision, and brand identity. We are embarking on a 5-year strategic plan, and this role will play an integral part in executing that plan.
  • Content Creation: Assist and organize the creation of high-quality content for multiple channels including press releases, podcast, videos, newsletters, blogs, social media, and both external and internal communications.
  • Newsletter and Email Communications: Lead and organize our internal and external communications to members and the building industry in Iowa.
  • Brand Management: Ensure consistent messaging across all communications and uphold the organization’s brand voice, tone, and visual identity.
  • Media Relations: Opportunity to build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers. Pitch story ideas and manage press inquiries.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior leadership, marketing, and other departments to align communication efforts and drive cohesive messaging.
  • Analytics & Reporting: Monitor and measure the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns. Provide regular reports with actionable insights to leadership.
  • Social Media Management: Oversee the company’s social media presence, including content creation and scheduling posts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field is preferred.
  • Proven experience (3+ years) in communications, public relations, or marketing, with a focus on strategy development.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
  • Proficient in social media platforms and tools (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube).
  • Experience with content management systems (CMS), email marketing platforms, and analytics tools.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and driving engagement.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Ability to take creative direction and understand constructive feedback in development phase.

Preferred

  • Experience and proficiency with Adobe Suite (In-Design, Photo Shop, Illustrator, Light Room)
  • Experience with video platforms like Premier Pro
  • A developed eye for photography and design
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field is preferred

Benefits

  • competitive compensation
  • generous benefit packages
  • a supportive work environment
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Master Builders of Iowa

Mission StatementMBI's mission is to be the essential resource for improving member performance and promoting a business environment favorable to the construction industry. The Master Builders of Iowa is the recognized leader of the construction industry in the State of Iowa. Founded in 1912, the MBI is one of over 89 chapters of the Associated General Contractors of America, the most influential and widely respected construction association in the country. MBI's 2300 plus members perform the majority of the state's commercial, industrial and public works building projects. The Association provides its members with a comprehensive array of educational, safety, environmental, labor, legal, and professional development and legislative services.Master Builders of Iowa has been the recipient of the Large Chapter of the Year Award presented by the AGC of America. This is the most prestigious award that the National AGCA bestows upon the Chapter that best exhibits the tenets of the AGGA: skill, responsibility and integrity. Applications are judged by a National Committee of judges comprised of AGCA Executive Committee members, National Officers and Chapter peers. The competition for the award is always very rigorous among the Chapters of the AGCA, located in every state of the Union, including Puerto Rico.

Founded in 1912
West Des Moines, Iowa, USA
16 employees (1 in marketing)

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1 (6% of company)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
4.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
18.9%
Direct
29.3%
Referral
4%
Social
10.4%
Paid
0.9%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~16
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Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Master Builders of Iowa · West Des Moines, IA · On-site