Communications Coordinator

OUR MISSION REMARKABLE IMPACT

Remarkable impact is the heart of Foundation For The Carolinas mission and the driving force behind our mission is the collective impact of thousands of nonprofits families companies and organizations who partner with us to amplify the power of giving. One of our key initiatives Read Charlotte is a community literacy program that brings together educators community partners and families to improve childrens reading skills from birth to third grade.

HOW YOULL ADVANCE OUR MISSION POSITION OVERVIEW

The Communications Coordinator will collaborate closely with the Communications Manager to support Read Charlottes communications and public engagement efforts. This position primarily focuses on designing a variety of high-quality visual content including social media graphics flyers digital toolkits and event materials. The ideal candidate should have 24 years of experience in graphic design communications or marketing. They should be a creative thinker who enjoys using design to inspire action and is comfortable working both collaboratively and independently.

YOUR UNIQUE IMPACT ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Graphic design

• Design engaging print and digital materials that help our community connect with Read Charlottes mission.
• Create and adapt templates for flyers one-pagers infographics social media toolkits presentations and more
• Produce animated or infographic-style videos that visually communicate complex data and concepts
• Maintain brand consistency across all visual communications
• Support layout and design for reports newsletters and website content
• Collaborate with Read Charlotte team on new initiative branding as needed

Communications support

• Support Read Charlottes overall communications and public engagement work.
• Assist in writing and editing content for print and digital materials
• With the Communications Manager execute the organizations social media strategy
• Organize and manage digital assets and design files
• Support marketing campaigns partner events and storytelling efforts
• Coordinate with the Communications Manager for an annual event that inspires community support and showcases Read Charlottes mission.

Familiarity with tools/programs/sites

• Canva and/or other design programs
• Experience in Adobe InDesign Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus!
• Social media platforms
• Mailchimp
• Microsoft Office/Google Workspace

WHAT YOULL NEED FOR SUCCESS: QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelors degree in Marketing Public Relations Communications or related field is preferred.
• One to three years of professional experience in a communications-related role.
• Proven track record and a career history that demonstrates the ability to succeed in complex operating environments with multiple constituencies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and experience managing up and across.
• Practice the highest level of honesty integrity and discretion.
• Have strong problem-solving analytical and people skills.