Community Marketing & Events Specialist

Freedom Communities; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Communities is seeking an entry‑level Marketing and Events Coordinator to join our Advancement Team. You will blend day‑to‑day content creation and digital marketing support with hands‑on coordination of donor events, helping tell our impact story and strengthen donor relationships.

The ideal candidate is a creative, detail‑oriented self‑starter comfortable drafting social posts and setting up donor events, with a passion for equity and place‑based transformation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in marketing, communications, events, or related field.
• Experience with social media management and graphic design tools such as Canva.
• Comfort with donor database software such as Bloomerang and website software such as Squarespace or Wix.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support content creation and scheduling across social media platforms (3–4 posts per week).
• Monitor engagement and metrics; assist in regular reports.
• Create graphics, photos, and short videos to support programs/campaigns (Canva).
• Photograph FC events and organize a digital photo library for marketing materials.
• Support development of newsletters, blog posts, and donor emails.
• Maintain and update content on the FC website; coordinate with outside vendors for marketing materials.
• Provide planning and on-site support for donor events; manage invitations/RSVP; track budgets.
• Assist with event logistics, signage, programs, and donor recognition items.
• Support day-of-event logistics and post-event follow-ups.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Social media management

Graphic design

Photography

Content creation

Donor engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field

Tools

Canva

Bloomerang

Squarespace/Wix

Google Workspace

Job description

Freedom Communities is seeking an entry‑level Marketing and Events Coordinator to join our Advancement Team. You will blend day‑to‑day content creation and digital marketing support with hands‑on coordination of donor events, helping tell our impact story and strengthen donor relationships.

The ideal candidate is a creative, detail‑oriented self‑starter comfortable drafting social posts and setting up donor events, with a passion for equity and place‑based transformation.