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Marketing Specialist

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Joliet, IL, USA
Full-time

Under the direction and supervision of the VP of Marketing and Communications, the Association’s Marketing Specialist will be responsible for supporting communications and marketing efforts for the Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s four facilities, ensuring accurate and timely communication with members, donors and community stakeholders.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Contribute copy that is consistent and articulates the voice and vision of the Association for a variety of marketing materials, including press releases, community announcements, promotional brochures and advertisements.
  • Work with the Digital Communications Manager to implement the Association’s digital engagement initiatives by crafting copy for the Y’s social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter, among others.
  • Support the Y’s eMarketing efforts by writing, editing and sending weekly e-mails to members and other stakeholders.
  • Complete daily updates and author original content for the Y’s official website, www.jolietymca.org.
  • Respond to member and community inquiries obtained via online media in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrate strong proofreading skills and an understanding of AP style. 
  • Assist with marketing efforts associated with the Y’s special events, as needed.
  • Assist with carrying out marketing campaigns or other marketing-related projects, as needed.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or equivalent with 1-2 years of experience preferred.  Preferred candidate will have had a previous internship experience.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Proficient in standard MS Office software.  Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress and MailChimp, or another email marketing software, a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a variety of projects, work independently, multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 25 2018
Active Until: 
May 25 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit