Communications and Digital Media Specialist

The Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless•Rockville, MD

34d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Communications and Digital Media Specialist creates engaging digital content that elevates Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless' mission, programs, advocacy initiatives, community partnerships, and organizational impact. Reporting to the Director of External Affairs and Government Relations, the Specialist supports the organization's communications and public relations strategy by managing social media, website content, digital storytelling, photography, videography, email communications, and brand consistency across communication platforms. The role promotes MCCH's programs, government and community partnerships, advocacy initiatives, fundraising campaigns, and organizational accomplishments. Through compelling multimedia content, the Specialist increases public awareness, strengthens community engagement, supports philanthropic efforts, and reinforces MCCH's position as a leader in ending homelessness. The position involves building relationships with staff, clients, volunteers, donors, and community partners while producing content for multiple digital platforms.

Requirements

Two to four years of experience in communications, social media, digital marketing, multimedia production, public relations, or nonprofit communications.
Experience creating content for multiple social media platforms.
Experience with photography, videography, and multimedia storytelling.
Experience maintaining websites using content management systems.
Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
Strong storytelling abilities and an eye for compelling photography, videography, and graphic design.
Proficiency with social media management platforms and content scheduling tools.
Experience using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Acrobat, or similar tools.
Experience producing and editing short-form video for Instagram Reels, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other digital platforms.
Basic photography and videography skills, including lighting, composition, and audio recording.
Experience using website content management systems such as WordPress or similar platforms.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff across departments and represent the organization professionally.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and portraying clients with dignity and respect.
Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for organizational events.
Passion for MCCH's vision of building a future without homelessness.

Nice To Haves

An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Multimedia Production, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
Experience supporting communications, marketing, advocacy, or fundraising initiatives.
Nonprofit experience.
Familiarity with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.

Responsibilities

Develop, schedule, and publish content across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging social media platforms.
Maintain a monthly social media content calendar aligned with organizational priorities, advocacy initiatives, fundraising campaigns, community events, and public awareness efforts.
Monitor social media engagement, respond to comments and messages as appropriate, and elevate sensitive inquiries to the Director of External Affairs and Government Relations.
Track social media analytics and prepare performance reports with recommendations to increase audience growth and engagement.
Stay current on digital marketing trends, platform updates, and nonprofit communication best practices.
Photograph programs, housing communities, events, volunteers, staff, donors, elected officials, and community partners.
Produce and edit short- and long-form videos for fundraising campaigns, advocacy initiatives, recruitment, public awareness, and organizational communications.
Conduct interviews with staff, volunteers, donors, community partners, and, when appropriate, clients to develop stories.
Create visual content highlighting client success, housing outcomes, advocacy efforts, volunteer engagement, donor impact, and community partnerships while maintaining confidentiality and dignity.
Organize and maintain MCCH's digital photo, video, and multimedia library.
Update website content, including news releases, advocacy updates, events, staff information, program highlights, and organizational announcements.
Assist in developing email newsletters, digital fundraising communications, advocacy alerts, and organizational announcements.
Ensure website content is accurate, accessible, current, and consistent with MCCH's brand standards.
Optimize digital content for accessibility and search engine optimization.
Support media relations by preparing digital assets, photography, background materials, and communications resources as assigned.
Assist with online fundraising campaigns, advocacy initiatives, and public awareness campaigns.
Design graphics for social media, presentations, brochures, flyers, event materials, advocacy campaigns, fundraising initiatives, and organizational communications.
Assist with producing annual reports, impact reports, campaign materials, and other marketing collateral.
Ensure visual materials adhere to MCCH's brand standards and communications guidelines.
Support the Director of External Affairs, Government Relations & Advocacy in implementing organization-wide branding and communications initiatives.
Manage MCCH's administrative email by answering and routing emails to appropriate staff.
Provide communications support for fundraising events, advocacy campaigns, government relations activities, volunteer initiatives, and community outreach events.
Provide photography and videography support for Board meetings, donor events, legislative activities, media opportunities, and organizational events.
Collaborate with staff across departments to identify compelling stories and communication opportunities.
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned by the Director of External Affairs and Government Relations.