Marketing & Communications Specialist

TREASURE COAST FOOD BANK•Fort Pierce, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marketing & Communications Specialist supports Treasure Coast Food Bank’s mission by developing and executing strategic communications that increase awareness, strengthen donor relationships, and inspire community engagement. This role produces compelling content across digital, print, and event platforms while ensuring consistent messaging and brand integrity across all organizational communications. The Specialist manages key marketing initiatives including the Direct Mail Program, campaign communications for major initiatives such as Out Run Hunger and Hunger Action Month, cause marketing partnerships, and donor recognition communications. This position collaborates closely with Development, Programs, and Executive leadership to highlight impact, support fundraising initiatives, and amplify the organization’s story across the Treasure Coast community. As Marketing & Communications Specialist, you will create engaging content and coordinated communications that promote Treasure Coast Food Bank’s programs, events, campaigns, and community impact. You will support large-scale initiatives such as Out Run Hunger, Hunger Action Month, food drives, and cause marketing campaigns through strategic messaging, visual content creation, and multi-channel marketing efforts. You will manage the organization’s Direct Mail Program, assist in producing donor recognition communications, contribute to the annual impact report, and develop content for digital platforms including social media, email newsletters, and the website. Through collaboration with internal teams and external partners, you will help ensure that the Food Bank’s mission, brand, and impact are communicated clearly and consistently to donors, volunteers, community partners, and the public.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred
Experience in marketing, communications, or digital content development required
Excellent written, verbal, and editing skills
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Proficiency in graphic design tools and content development platforms
Experience with digital marketing tools, analytics platforms, and social media management
Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods
Ability to move throughout a 48,000 square-foot warehouse facility
Ability to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to operate computer and office equipment
Ability to communicate clearly in person and over the phone
Ability to travel locally to partner sites, events, and meetings

Nice To Haves

Experience in nonprofit communications preferred
Experience with WordPress or website content management systems preferred
Photography and videography skills are a plus

Responsibilities

Campaign & Event Communications Develop and execute communications to promote annual events, cause marketing initiatives, and community food drives.
Create post-event recap communications and impact messaging following campaigns and events.
Develop content and messaging to support fundraising initiatives and special events.
Prepare event scripts, presentations, and talking points for leadership, including the President & CEO, Board Chair, and guest speakers.
Support marketing efforts for community events, partner activations, and fundraising activities.
Content Creation & Brand Management Design graphics and visual content for social media, websites, newsletters, presentations, and print materials.
Write and edit compelling stories, blog posts, and donor communications that highlight community impact.
Ensure consistency in brand messaging and visual identity across all communications.
Assist in developing marketing collateral such as brochures, flyers, advertisements, and digital promotions.
Support creation and distribution of branded merchandise and marketing materials.
Digital Marketing & Social Media: Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to plan and execute social media campaigns across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and others.
Monitor engagement, respond to inquiries, and help build an active online community.
Assist with website content updates and digital storytelling initiatives.
Track digital campaign performance and provide reporting on key marketing metrics.
Donor & Partner Communications Manage all aspects of the organization’s Direct Mail Program.
Develop sponsorship recognition communications for corporate partners and funders.
Track grant recognition activities and assist with required communications aligned with funding agreements.
Support development of donor impact communications, including donor impact reports and stewardship materials.
Assist the Chief Philanthropy Officer with creation of the organization’s Annual Impact Report.
Cross Department Collaboration Collaborate with Development, Programs, Operations, and Leadership teams to support organizational communications initiatives.
Develop internal communications related to campaigns, special events, and food drives.
Support cause marketing partnerships and business engagement initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of organizational goals and community impact.
In instances of a federal, state, or locally declared emergency, Treasure Coast Food Bank is considered an essential business service and emergency responder. All employees may be required to perform regular or emergent duties on-site. Employee safety is balanced with business and community necessity.