Communications & Marketing Specialist - Congregation Neveh Shalom

Portland, OR (On-site)

$23/hr – $26/hrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 2 days ago

Job Summary

Own the congregation’s graphic design and communications workflow, leading the creation of polished visuals and written content across digital and print, and drive collaborative storytelling through newsletters, eblasts, and externally facing materials.

  • Lead design and content creation across email, web, social media, and print
  • Coordinate marketing materials and external communications with clergy, staff, and lay leaders
  • Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies to promote programs and events

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Graphic Design & Communications: Serve as the congregation’s primary graphic design resource, creating polished, engaging materials that reflect the Neveh Shalom brand.
  • Design digital and print materials including email graphics, social media, event promotions, flyers, posters, invitations, and newsletters.
  • Manage and update the congregation’s website, community calendars, email lists, and social media channels.
  • Coordinate the collection, editing, and organization of content for the biweekly community eblast.
  • Lead the development of a quarterly digital newsletter, gathering stories, photos, and updates from clergy, staff, and lay leaders.
  • Write, edit, and proofread engaging content for email, web, social media, newsletters, and print.
  • Maintain consistent visual branding across congregational communications and help staff and lay leaders use established branding effectively.
  • Marketing, Content & Collaboration: Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies to promote programs, events, services, and initiatives.
  • Collaborate with clergy, staff, and lay leaders to gather information, identify stories, and create timely and engaging content.
  • Coordinate marketing materials and external communications, including press releases and media relations.

Requirements

  • Graphic design skills with a demonstrated eye for visual composition, typography, layout, and branding.
  • Proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Canva, and other Adobe Creative Cloud or digital design tools.
  • Promotional writing and copywriting skills, with the ability to gather information about programs and events and turn it into clear, engaging, audience-focused descriptions that drive interest and attendance.
  • Strong editing, proofreading, organizational, and project-management skills.
  • Experience in creating professional-quality digital and print communications.
  • Proficiency with WordPress and Constant Contact; ShulCloud knowledge is a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, professional staff, and lay leaders.
  • 2–5 years of experience in graphic design, marketing, communications, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with Jewish culture, customs, and the rhythm of Jewish communal life is a plus.

Benefits

  • generous benefits package including Medical, Dental & Retirement
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Communications & Marketing Specialist - Congregation Neveh Shalom

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