United Way of Greater Charlotte - Marketing and Communication Contract Specialist

Charlotte, NC (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New Grad3+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

Job Summary

Drive marketing and communications for United Way of Greater Charlotte as a part-time contract Marketing and Communications Specialist, focused on content creation, design, and media outreach to boost donor engagement.

  • Own creation of social, email, website content and donor communications aligned with our mission.
  • Must-have: 3–5 years crafting content across social, newsletters, websites, and donor materials.
  • Standout: Part-time contract through 6/30/2026 with potential extension based on performance.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Content Creation & Copywriting - Write engaging content for social media platforms, email newsletters, the organization website, and donor communications
  • Content Creation & Copywriting - Develop clear, mission-aligned messaging that resonates with diverse audiences including donors, community partners, and the general public
  • Content Creation & Copywriting - Support storytelling efforts that highlight program impact and community outcomes
  • Media & Public Relations - Draft press releases and pitch stories to local media outlets
  • Design & Visual Communications - Support the design of promotional materials, newsletters, and annual reports using tools such as Canva
  • Design & Visual Communications - Ensure brand consistency across all materials and communications channels
  • Design & Visual Communications - Collaborate with internal teams to develop print and digital assets aligned with campaigns and initiatives

Requirements

  • 3 to 5 years of experience writing content for social media, email newsletters, websites, and donor or stakeholder communications
  • 3 to 5 years of experience supporting the design of promotional materials, newsletters, and annual reports using tools like Canva or similar platforms
  • Strong written communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and voice across audiences and channels
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deliverables independently
  • Must submit writing sample(s) with application

Preferred

  • 3 to 5 years of experience drafting press releases and pitching stories to local or regional media
  • Familiarity with photography and photo editing software
  • Experience working in a nonprofit, community-based, or mission-driven organization
  • Knowledge of the Greater Charlotte philanthropic or civic landscape
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United Way of Greater Charlotte

United Way of Central Carolinas advances economic mobility and racial equity through place-based and grassroots solutions.

Founded in 1931
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
71 employees (9 in marketing)

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
9 (13% of company)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
3.2K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$6.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
28.6%
Direct
46.8%
Referral
5.8%
Social
17.3%
Paid
1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~71

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United Way of Greater Charlotte - Marketing and Communication Contract Specialist

United Way of Greater Charlotte · Charlotte, NC · On-site