Communications Specialist

Operation Food Search•Overland, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Specialist will work closely with the Senior Director of Communications, and most of the OFS organization, to provide essential support for communications and marketing needs. Projects include blogging, vlogging, SEO strategy, leading social media outreach, website updates, planning and execution of written and video storytelling, email and other projects that inspires community members to join us in our mission to heal hunger. Guided by the goals of our strategic plan, this is a terrific opportunity to learn and grow as a communications and marketing professional and take on new responsibilities along the way.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field
A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in communications
Interest/experience in data and emerging technologies as they relate to our work
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), WordPress, and Canva
Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
Experience with social media management and the tools used to execute social media, such as Loomly
Skilled with MS Office: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Google docs
Proficiency with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn
Competency as a writer, editor, and proofreader
Facility with photography, videography, and graphic design
Knowledge of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) strategies and best practices
Ability to manage projects independently and with minimal supervision
Interest in learning and growing as a communications and marketing professional
Interest in the mission of Operation Food Search and the root causes of hunger

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Senior Director of Communications as a thought partner and serve as a representative of OFS, along with the Senior Director of Communications, in various public-facing job functions, including support of media events and public relations opportunities.
Responsible for timely and accurate communications about the MetroMarket program, including monitoring schedules and special events. Manage daily communication of market details on social media and text message platform. Create and update collateral, signage and other communication needs.
Assist in communications and marketing efforts for fundraising campaigns and events, including developing signage, social media posts, PowerPoint presentations, flyers and other materials for digital fundraising campaigns and multiple donor events throughout the year. Also provide on-site support for events including photography, videography, technology and other needs.
Provide support for all internal and external communications as needed, including working with President and CEO to compile and execute the monthly internal newsletter.
Ownership of Food for Thought and Thought Leadership data, and maintain spreadsheets to share data with others.
Make website updates and post articles using WordPress.
Create and execute marketing emails and maintain email database.
Ownership of social media: Create dynamic social media posts and scheduling across platforms, including photography, video, and graphics.
Implement and manage SEO and blogging strategies and other digital best practices, including accessibility and AI, that optimize our website and provide relevant content to increase visibility and traffic.
Plan, record, edit, and publish videos for a variety of uses, including social media, Teaching Kitchen recipes, and email.
Revise and update existing marketing materials as needed.
Create print and digital marketing materials in support of all areas of the organization.
Ownership of logo wear merchandise orders for the organization twice a year, including developing the catalog with our vendor, communicating the ordering process, and distributing orders.