Marketing & Communications Director

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Marketing & Communications Director will amplify Latinos Progresando’s impact through a comprehensive communications strategy. The Marketing & Communications Director will be collaborative, energetic, and analytical, able to conceptualize and deliver compelling messaging to a diverse audience.

Leadership & Brand Management

• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement the organization’s marketing and communications strategy.
• Ensure consistent and clear messaging across all communications platforms, reinforcing the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of the organization's brand identity and visual assets, ensuring that all materials reflect the brand’s voice and style.
• Provide strategic input and guidance on communications efforts across departments, and ensure staff and board members are aligned with organizational goals and key messages.
• Manage the work of external consultants, including graphic designers, photographers, videographers, and other contractors, as needed.
• Manage the marketing and communications budget, ensuring efficient use of resources to meet objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing and communications strategies, adjusting approaches as needed to optimize impact.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, software, and platforms that improve efficiency and effectiveness in communications efforts.

Content Creation

• Manage the creation of compelling content for a variety of platforms, including social media, websites, email campaigns, press releases, and fundraising materials.
• Develop donor-focused communications, including impact reports, thank-you letters, and stewardship materials to foster ongoing relationships with supporters.
• Stay up to date with digital marketing trends and tools to keep the organization’s digital presence innovative and effective.
• Collaborate with program teams to highlight the impact of the organization’s work through storytelling, case studies, and testimonials.

Media Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure positive coverage and raise awareness of the organization’s work.
• Write and distribute press releases, media kits, and pitches to generate media interest.
• Prepare spokespeople (including the CEO and other staff) for media interviews and public appearances.

Responsibilities may also include other duties, as assigned.

• Meaningful experience in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or related fields with a proven track record
• Excellent writing, editing,g and verbal communication skills
• Experience with digital marketing tools
• Ability to oversee content creation (design, photography, videography, etc.)
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage multiple, diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc) and Google Drive, experience with Salesforce a plus