Marketing and Social Media Manager

Position Overview: The Marketing, Social Media, and Content Design Coordinator will play a pivotal role in shaping Rhode Island for Community and Justice's online presence and engaging with our audience across various digital platforms. This multifaceted position involves developing and implementing marketing strategies, managing social media channels, and creating visually compelling content to support our mission and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans to promote RICJ's programs, events, and campaigns.
• Manage and maintain active presence on social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) to increase visibility, engagement, and follower growth.
• Create and curate engaging content, including graphics, videos, GIFs, and written posts, that align with our brand identity and resonate with our target audience.
• Collaborate with team members to brainstorm, plan, and execute creative marketing campaigns and digital outreach initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze social media metrics and performance data to track progress, identify trends, and optimize content strategies.
• Design visually appealing marketing materials, such as flyers, posters, banners, and digital ads, to support promotional efforts both online and offline.
• Produce high-quality videos, including promotional videos, event highlights, interviews, and storytelling content, from concept development to editing and post-production.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, best practices, and new technologies in digital marketing, social media, and content creation, and incorporate them into our strategy as appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience (1-3 years) in marketing, social media management, and content creation, preferably in a non-profit or mission-driven organization.
• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), video editing tools (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro), and social media management platforms (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social).
• Strong visual storytelling skills and a keen eye for design, layout, and aesthetics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages tailored to diverse audiences.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions to engage and inspire our community.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities effectively.
• Passion for social justice, youth empowerment, or relevant cause areas, and a commitment to advancing positive change through digital advocacy and storytelling.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a passionate and mission-driven team dedicated to making a difference.
• Professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills and stay current in the field.
• Flexible work environment with options for remote work and flexible scheduling.
• Chance to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives that have a real impact on the community.