United Way of Greater Charlotte - Marketing and Communication Contract Specialist

Charlotte, NC (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableEntry Level3+ years expContract

Posted 5 months ago

Job Summary

Own storytelling and donor communications for a nonprofit, translating mission into multi-channel content that resonates with donors and community partners across social, email, and print. Manage messaging, collaborate on assets, and support media outreach with Canva-hosted design and basic photography skills.

  • Content Creation: Own the writing and adaptation of messages for social, email, website, and donor communications.
  • Brand & Outreach: Maintain consistent voice and coordinate assets for campaigns and earned media.
  • Media Relations: Draft press materials and pitch local outlets to raise program impact visibility.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Write engaging content for social media platforms, email newsletters, the organization website, and donor communications
  • Develop clear, mission-aligned messaging that resonates with diverse audiences including donors, community partners, and the general public
  • Support storytelling efforts that highlight program impact and community outcomes
  • Draft press releases and pitch stories to local media outlets
  • Support the design of promotional materials, newsletters, and annual reports using tools such as Canva
  • Ensure brand consistency across all materials and communications channels
  • 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
  • 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

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)
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United Way of Greater Charlotte - Marketing and Communication Contract Specialist

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