Chief Communications & Community Engagement for Art & Justice

Leeway Foundation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vacation

Job summary

The Leeway Foundation in Philadelphia seeks a Communications Director to lead a hands-on, strategic communications program. You will shape messaging, guide visibility, and supervise staff to advance the Foundation's mission at the intersection of art, social change, and justice.

You will manage media relations, website and social channels, and develop annual plans, events, and partnerships with artists and organizations.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills across platforms.
• Experience creating materials such as press releases, newsletters, annual reports and brochures.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and manage schedules under pressure.
• Proven ability to build relationships with diverse audiences including media, partners and communities.
• Strong skills in producing digital content for advocacy, blogs, websites and social media.

Responsibilities

• Implement short and long range objectives and policies aligned with the strategic plan.
• Design and lead a communications program to increase visibility and ensure consistent messaging.
• Develop annual operations plans for communications and engagement activity.
• Supervise consultants, staff, interns and volunteers as appropriate.
• Cultivate relationships with key organizations locally, regionally and nationally.
• Represent Leeway in networks to support strategic goals.
• Coordinate hiring of photographers and videographers for publications and events.
• Work with press to maximize media coverage for the Foundation and grantees.

Skills

Communication skills

Editing experience

Detail-oriented

Relationship building

Content creation

Tech proficiency

Social justice commitment

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Expression Engine

MailChimp

Eventbrite

Job description

The Leeway Foundation in Philadelphia seeks a Communications Director to lead a hands-on, strategic communications program. You will shape messaging, guide visibility, and supervise staff to advance the Foundation's mission at the intersection of art, social change, and justice.

You will manage media relations, website and social channels, and develop annual plans, events, and partnerships with artists and organizations.