Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and execute the annual communications and marketing plan to coordinate. Manage the creation of visual storytelling pieces, including graphic design, still photography and videos
• Lead the writing, editing and production of external communications, including print and electronic newsletters, thank you letters, appeal letters and the annual report.
• Lead the day-to-day content management of the New Horizons website and social media
• Engage and support staff and clients in media interactions
• Ensure consistency with branding and messaging guidelines with both internal and external audiences
• Explore new marketing opportunities to bring awareness of New Horizons to new audiences.
• Cultivate and develop media relationships; build and maintain list of strategic press contacts, to include state and local elected officials.
• Participate in Outreach and Community Education Events throughout the 8-county service area. May include evening and weekend outreach events.
• Attend area Family Connection Collaborative Meetings representing New Horizons. Attend other community meetings as requested.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute the major annual event "Recovery on the River" as well as other events that may arise during the year.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in communications, marketing, media relations, writing, and/or project coordination.
• Must have experience with design, image and video editing software.
• Must be proficient within Microsoft Office
• Must be able to communicate effectively, with the ability to speak publicly.