Marketing Coordinator at United Way manages materials, events, and digital presence; requires design skills and social/media management, with Adobe tools as a plus.

• Designs and creates marketing and support materials and services, including print, digital, and social media.
• Manages website and online webforms.
• Develops and implements Greater Mankato Area United Way’s marketing and communications materials, including for general activities, events, community outreach, campaign, special projects/programming, and campaign, both external and internal.

Responsibilities

• Perform marketing/communications activities and services.
• Create communications and marketing materials (including print materials, flyers, newsletters, mailings, e-newsletters, email campaigns, social posts, videos, etc.), working with external parties as relevant
• Manage marketing calendar for events and other activities
• Manage social media calendar and content posting
• Manage Greater Mankato Area United Way website and work with support as needed
• Take photos and videos
• Assist in media relations
• Provide comprehensive coordination and follow-through on all components of a project from start to finish
• Represent United Way at community events, fairs, and expos
• Assist in preparation and execution of events and activities
• Make in-kind requests for outside services
• Coordinate RFPs and ordering of marketing and promotional materials, as needed
• Perform support activities for campaign, community impact, initiatives, and special projects.
• Assist in marketing needs for events, business development activities, and community initiatives
• Engage with sponsors, businesses, and community members to promote United Way’s mission and work
• Support volunteer and impact communications
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in marketing, communications, social media, design, or similar role. Must have demonstrable design skills, with experience in Adobe InDesign preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Constant Contact (or similar email platform), website management, and social media management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Takes initiative and understands the comprehensive needs of a project
• Ability to multitask and problem-solve
• Works well both independently and collaboratively with the entire team
• Ability to represent the organization and its work to the public
• Physical requirements: must be able to lift 30 pounds and use a handcart

Nice To Have

• Adobe InDesign experience (preferred)