Design and Content Creator

The Design and Content Creator, working independently and as part of a team, is responsible for managing Alliance For Children’s marketing strategies, graphic design production, and social media needs. Serves as part of the team overseeing all agency community awareness needs and promotional and collateral materials, working to engage community members in, and create awareness and passion for, the mission and work of Alliance For Children.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Strategic Communications, or Media/Communications preferred.
• 2 or more years’ experience or internship in social services field, marketing, and/or non-profit organization required.
• Strong communication and networking skills; be a team player.
• High level verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills; self-starter.
• Must have valid driver's license and proof of liability insurance if driving for agency purposes.
• Willingness to travel as needed to various events.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent graphic design skills, with the ability to present previous design pieces or a working portfolio.
• Strong creativity.
• Must successfully complete annual criminal and civil background checks.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and present in a positive, professional manner at all times.
• Able to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure of deadlines.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Alliance For Children.

Job Duties/Essential Functions:

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

• Coordinate with the Advancement and Community Engagement Teams in the development and identity of new opportunities for Alliance For Children.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community liaisons and donors, both individuals and groups as well as fiscal and in-kind, that share the mission of Alliance For Children.
• Attend community group meetings and events to promote Alliance For Children and increase awareness and support.
• Represent Alliance For Children by serving on collaborative committees within the community that will increase awareness and brand recognition for the agency and its mission.
• Coordinate with the Advancement Team to assist with and raise awareness and support for all client affinity programs and all-size fundraisers.
• Request in-kind donations and services from area businesses/organizations/individuals to support the work of Alliance For Children.
• Coordinate with the Advancement Team to establish and oversee Alliance For Children led community work groups/committees to enhance the services of Alliance For Children.
• Attend all special events and client affinity program events executed by the Advancement Team.
• Develop and perform public speaking opportunities to share the mission and purpose of Alliance For Children.
• Coordinate with the Advancement and Community Engagement Teams to oversee Child Abuse Prevention Month efforts.
• Give tours of Alliance For Children centers to help educate the public about the mission and work of the agency.
• Perform other related duties as requested by immediate supervisor or the Chief Executive Officer

MARKETING AND GRAPHIC DESIGN

• Design, create, and deliver Alliance For Children print and electronic marketing pieces across programs including, but not limited to community awareness, fundraising, and programmatic pieces. Specifically, this could include, but is not limited to: special events, agency/program brochures and materials, Annual Appeal, Annual Report, and Child Abuse Prevention Month materials.
• Uphold a strong brand presence within the organization that is also recognized throughout the community, identifying different opportunities to market the mission of Alliance For Children.
• Gain permission for use of artwork and photography in Alliance For Children pieces.
• Create new avenues for promoting Alliance For Children, by coordinating the implementation of marketing plans, campaigns, and strategies that will further our mission and messaging.
• Ability to maintain multiple projects at one time with high efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as requested by immediate supervisor or the Chief Executive Officer.

CONTENT CREATOR/SOCIAL MEDIA/MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS

• Development of copy and idea creation resulting in engaging, informative content.
• Responsible for the creation, delivery, and pre-planning of electronic newsletters and communication on various social media channels occurring on a regular basis.
• Drive a proactive, timely media presence. Manage online media activities, including social media and e-newsletters. Responsible for the recruitment, accuracy, and design of all media utilized.
• Comments/communication with social media interactions in an appropriate and reasonably responsive manner.
• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with local media outlets to create new and reoccurring media opportunities for Alliance For Children. Maintain regular communication with media outlets regarding special events, stories of special interest, new programs, case interest, etc.
• Coordinates with outside consultant web and graphic design team to maintain and update the agency’s website.
• Perform other related duties as requested by immediate supervisor or the Chief Executive Officer.

Physical Requirements:

Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel and twist on an intermittent and sometimes continuous basis. Able to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead. Able to operate a telephone and computer. Able to lift up to 20 lbs. Moderate independent travel by private auto required.

Agency Perks:

• Flexibly and hybrid work schedule options.
• Encouragement of work/life balance.
• Relaxed dress code when appropriate.
• Snacks, coffee, candy, and center celebrations regularly available and encouraged.
• Mental health focused environment.
• Meaningful assistance programs like personal & professional development.
• 403b with agency contribution.
• Generous vacation and wellness leave.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Agency currently pays 100% of employee-only medical.

Mission:

The mission of Alliance For Children is to protect Tarrant County children from child abuse through teamed investigations, healing services, and community education. Please visit our website at www.AllianceForChildren.org for more information.

Application:

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Alliance For Children provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.