Communications & Development Manager

Saint Paul, MN (Hybrid)

$30/hr – $32/hrMid Level3+ years expPart time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Coordinate multi-channel communications and fundraising to elevate awareness of colorism issues and support the Beautywell Project’s mission, focusing on documentary PR, media relations, digital strategy, content production, and grant-funded programs.

  • Media & public presence: lead documentary launch, press outreach, and journalist relationships to raise visibility.
  • Fundraising & governance: partner on diversified giving, corporate sponsorships, grants, and donor campaigns.
  • Digital storytelling: manage website, social channels, newsletters, and impact reporting to demonstrate outcomes.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Documentary PR: Serve as the lead contact for the upcoming documentary launch.
  • Media Outreach: Draft press releases, coordinate media screenings, and pitch stories to local, national, and ethnic media outlets.
  • Media Relations: Build and maintain relationships with journalists and influencers to increase the visibility of skin-lightening health risks and colorism issues.
  • Brand Strategy: Maintain a consistent, culturally sensitive organizational voice across all platforms.
  • Fundraising Strategy: Partner with the Executive Director to develop and execute a diversified fundraising plan, including individual giving and corporate sponsorships.
  • Grant Writing: Identify relevant grant opportunities and draft compelling proposals.
  • Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate reporting to current funders.
  • Donor Engagement: Create and manage digital fundraising campaigns, annual appeals, and donor newsletters.
  • Digital Strategy: Oversee the organization’s website, social media channels, and monthly email newsletters.
  • Content Production: Craft compelling blog posts, social media content, and impact reports that highlight the organization’s successes.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or Non-Profit Management.
  • Experience: 3–5 years of professional experience in communications and/or fundraising.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with social media management tools, WordPress, and email marketing platforms like Mailchimp.
  • Communication: Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Commitment: A deep understanding of and passion for the Beautywell Project's mission and commitment to racial justice and public health.

    Benefits

    • 3 weeks of paid time off
    The Beautywell Project logo

    The Beautywell Project

    The Beautywell Project aims to end skin-lightening practices and chemical exposures. Individuals live in a healthy lifestyle and embrace their identity and culture.

    Founded in 2017
    4 employees (1 in marketing)

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    2.1K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    36.6%
    Direct
    34.8%
    Referral
    16.4%
    Social
    10.1%
    Paid
    1.5%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~4

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    1 (25% of company)