Marketing and Communications Manager at Make-A-Wish Utah | Murray, UT

Make-A-Wish Utah

Marketing and Communications Manager

Murray, UT (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableManager4+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive integrated marketing and media relations to advance Make-A-Wish Utah fundraising and awareness efforts, with ownership of storytelling, partnerships, and public relations.

Own social media, campaigns, and partner deliverables
Must-have: 4+ years in marketing, communications, or media relations
Standout: leadership across PR, design, and digital channels in a nonprofit

Job Description

Responsibilities

Participate in Development Team meetings and activities as the marketing lead, aligning campaigns with fundraising priorities to support revenue generation and stewardship
Generate creative ideas and execute activities that provide value to corporate partners while identifying opportunities to generate new development leads
Drive donor communications that make the impact of each gift tangible, strengthening trust and long-term engagement
Create, collaborate, and oversee the design of co-branded campaign collateral
Produce high-impact, ready-to-use stories and materials for the Development Team to share and bring our mission to life
Serve as the primary media contact for Make-A-Wish Utah, including responding to inquiries and coordinating interviews
Draft, edit, and distribute press releases for campaigns and major milestones
Coordinate with internal teams to gather details, quotes, and approvals for media materials
Manage and cultivate relationships with local and regional media outlets, TV, radio, and digital partners
Track and report earned media placements and campaign exposure with a strong understanding of key marketing metrics

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, Business, or Nonprofit Leadership
Minimum of four years' experience in marketing, communications, or media relations
Excellent writing, organization, prioritization, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

Preferred

Demonstrated experience in Canva or Adobe Creative Suite Preferred
Working knowledge of Salesforce or other fundraising software is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package - Medical, Vision, Dental
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Optional/Voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 3% match after $5,000 in earnings
Up to 20 PTO days
12 Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Office Closure during End-of-Year Holidays

Make-A-Wish Utah

Make-A-Wish® Utah creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life, because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness. Located in its facility in Murray, A Wishing Place, Make-A-Wish® Utah offers a life-affirming wish experience at a time of critical need. We have granted over 3,000 wishes for Utah families since 1985.The average cash cost of a wish is $10,000 dollars and we rely on private donations from individuals, small businesses, foundations and corporations to grant wishes as unique as the child that wishes for them. We are grateful for the entities that partner with our profound mission and reputable brand.

Founded in 1985

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA

37 employees (5 in marketing)

wish.org/utah