Community Marketing & Engagement Coordinator

Ymc; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Edwardsville YMCA is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support the organization's mission through marketing, communications and community engagement initiatives. You will develop and distribute content across multiple platforms, promote programs and events, and help advance partnerships and fundraising while upholding the YMCA's values.

Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President of Marketing, you will manage content calendars, create graphics and posts, capture stories of member

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Business, or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of marketing, communications, content creation, or community engagement experience preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience managing social media platforms and creating digital content.
• Photography, videography, and graphic design experience preferred.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms and website content management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people and build positive relationships.
• Strong judgment, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
• Passion for community engagement and YMCA mission.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of marketing and communication strategies for programs, events, fundraising, sponsorships, and community impact.
• Create and manage content for social media, email marketing, digital ads, websites, and other channels while upholding brand standards.
• Design and produce marketing materials including graphics, flyers, brochures, presentations, and videos.
• Capture and share member success stories, staff highlights, and community impact stories.
• Maintain a content calendar to ensure consistent communication across platforms.
• Represent the YMCA at community events, outreach opportunities, and partnerships to boost visibility.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses, schools, and sponsors to support initiatives.
• Monitor marketing trends and opportunities to improve engagement and effectiveness.
• Track key metrics and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Support member engagement initiatives through targeted campaigns.

Skills

Marketing

Communications

Content creation

Community engagement

Social media management

Photography

Videography

Graphic design

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Business, or related field

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Email marketing platforms

CMS (Content Management System)

Job description

The Edwardsville YMCA is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support the organization's mission through marketing, communications and community engagement initiatives. You will develop and distribute content across multiple platforms, promote programs and events, and help advance partnerships and fundraising while upholding the YMCA's values.

Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President of Marketing, you will manage content calendars, create graphics and posts, capture stories of member