Marketing & Communications Specialist

LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH SERVICES INC•Cincinnati, OH

1d•$24 - $0•Hybrid

About The Position

This hybrid position offers the opportunity to contribute ideas, shape content strategy, and play a key role in advancing Lighthouse's visibility and community engagement. For more than 50 years, Lighthouse has partnered with young people and families to provide services that promote safety, stability, and lasting success. Reporting to the Communications Director, you'll collaborate across programs, development, and leadership to advance our mission through compelling storytelling, community engagement, and strategic communications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of two years of marketing, communications, public relations, or related experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
An exceptional writer and storyteller
Comfortable building relationships across programs and interacting with youth, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners
Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
Creative, collaborative, and adaptable
Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
Passionate about mission-driven work and community impact

Nice To Haves

Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar design tools
Familiarity with email marketing platforms
Experience writing for multiple audiences and communication channels
Experience interviewing sources and developing human-interest stories
Basic photography and videography skills

Responsibilities

Writing and developing content for email campaigns, newsletters, marketing materials, reports, website content, and other communications
Gathering stories, data, and insights from programs and staff across the organization
Crafting compelling and ethical stories that highlight the impact of Lighthouse's work
Supporting awareness initiatives that strengthen community engagement, advance Lighthouse's reputation, and inspire support for our mission
Assisting with media relations and press releases
Contributing to social media planning and content creation
Supporting fundraising and community events through marketing, logistics, scripts, and event execution
Capturing photos and videos that help document and share the impact of Lighthouse programs, events, and community engagement efforts
Assisting with website updates and content management
Ensuring consistency in Lighthouse's brand voice and messaging across all communications