Communications Associate

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and distribution of BISM's monthly electronic newsletter, including gathering content, coordinating contributors, editing copy, and managing production and distribution.
• Coordinate and oversee BISM's podcast, including identifying topics and guests, scheduling recordings, coordinating production, and supporting promotion of new episodes.
• Manage routine website updates and ensure information across BISM's website remains current, accurate, and engaging.
• Write and develop articles for LinkedIn and other digital platforms that highlight BISM's programs, people, expertise, and impact.
• Assist with writing and editing blogs, email communications, organizational announcements, marketing copy, and other external communications.
• Maintain a consistent organizational voice and ensure communications align with BISM's brand and mission.
• Work closely with BISM's social media consultants and content writers to develop and maintain the organization's social media content calendar.
• Review and approve planned social media content and ensure posts are accurate, timely, and consistent with BISM's voice and brand.
• Identify stories, events, milestones, awareness opportunities, and organizational updates that should be incorporated into social media planning.
• Provide consultants and content creators with the information, photos, stories, and other materials needed to develop effective content.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated professional writing and editing experience.
• Experience managing or contributing to email newsletters and digital communications.
• Experience with website content management systems such as WordPress.
• Experience writing for LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact, Mailchimp, or similar systems.
• Experience coordinating social media calendars and working with social media management tools.
• Interest in and commitment to BISM's mission and changing attitudes about blindness.

Preferred

• 2-4 years of communications, marketing, public relations, nonprofit, or related professional experience preferred.
• Podcast production or coordination experience is a plus.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe products, or other design tools is a plus.
• Photography and/or basic video content experience is a plus.
• Nonprofit communications experience is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.