Web Designer

TradeJobsWorkforce; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off: vacation, sick days, +

Job summary

CAIR San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a Communications Coordinator to amplify Muslim voices and raise visibility for CAIR's work across media and programs. This role focuses on day-to-day content creation, publishing, and execution across platforms to support CAIR-SFBA's communications strategy.

The position is based in CAIR's Santa Clara office with a hybrid schedule (three days in-person, two days remote). It entails full-time hours, occasional evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Two or more years in communications, journalism, marketing or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience managing and writing copy for social media accounts.
• Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Foundational design understanding and ability to create simple Canva graphics.
• Knowledge of major social platforms: Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

• Draft and publish website and email copy highlighting services, events, advocacy, and impact.
• Manage CAIR-SFBA social accounts with day-to-day content, scheduling and engagement.
• Create simple graphics in Canva using brand templates.
• Draft and format press materials and support media distribution.
• Assist with rapid-response communications during breaking news or urgent moments.
• Support communications calendar, track tasks in Asana, and coordinate across departments.
• Pull basic metrics and compile simple reports on engagement and traffic.
• Ensure content reflects CAIR's voice, style and branding across all platforms.

Skills

2+ years experience

Excellent written and verbal skills

Social media copywriting

Attention to detail

Time management

Team oriented

Canva simple graphics

Social media platforms knowledge

MS Office / Outlook / Adobe Acrobat

Willingness to learn Asana/Email tool/

Tools

Asana

Constant Contact

WordPress

MS Office

MS Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Canva

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

CAIR San Francisco Bay Area is hiring a Communications Coordinator who will help amplify Muslim voices and perspectives in different forms of media and raise visibility within the American Muslim community about CAIR's work and services. This role focuses on day-to-day content creation, publishing, and execution across platforms to support CAIR-SFBA's communications strategy.

Title: Communications Coordinator

Location: Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office, CAIR-CA staff currently work a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote.

Schedule Type: Full-time (non-exempt). Occasional evenings and weekends required.

Requirements: Ability to travel throughout the Bay Area (vehicle and driver's license required); authorization to work in the United States.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Content & Digital Communications
  • Draft and publish website and email newsletter copy highlighting CAIR-SFBA's services, events, advocacy, and impact.
  • Maintain CAIR-SFBA's social media accounts through day-to-day content creation, scheduling, and community engagement across Instagram, Facebook, X, Threads, TikTok, BlueSky, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
  • Create simple but effective graphics and visual assets in Canva for social media, email, and web content, using established templates and brand guidelines.
  • Assist in drafting and formatting press releases, media advisories, and statements, and support distribution to media lists.
  • Support rapid-response communications by drafting and posting pre-approved messages, updating web content, and coordinating assets during breaking news or urgent advocacy moments.
• Support for Systems & Campaigns
  • Support implementation of the communications calendar across email, web, and press, keeping Asana tasks and due dates up to date.
  • Coordinate content needs across departments (legal, programs, development, policy) by gathering information, drafting initial copy, and routing materials for review.
  • Pull basic performance metrics (e.g., social engagement, email opens/clicks, web traffic) and compile them into simple reports.
• Brand & Quality
  • Ensure content reflects CAIR's voice, style, message, and branding; apply existing brand and style guidelines consistently across platforms.
  • Review, edit, and proofread communications materials for clarity, grammar, formatting, and basic fact-checking.
• Collaboration & General Support
  • Participate in the CAIR-CA Communications Committee as needed to share resources and coordinate statewide efforts.
  • Assist with photo, video, and social coverage at events, including evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Assist with other external and internal communications duties as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs and employee skills.
  • All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties, such as weekly outreach and other office tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, digital media, or a related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience managing and writing copy for social media accounts.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong proofreading skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Foundational understanding of design / visual elements and how to create simple graphics in Canva.
• Thorough knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
• Basic computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat, with a willingness to learn additional tools (e.g., Asana, Constant Contact or similar email platform, WordPress).
• A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Asana or another project management tool.
• Experience using an email marketing platform (e.g., Constant Contact, Mailchimp).
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign.
• Proficiency in basic video editing tools.
• Experience working in a mosque, Muslim Student Association, or other non-profit organizations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $31-$34 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience.
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match.
• 12 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 12 holidays.

CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.