Communications Coordinator

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SUMMARY:

The Communications Coordinator supports creative design development for the entire agency and aids communications efforts for Sunshine Communities retail enterprisesGeorgettes Grounds & Gifts and Sunshine Studios.

This role ensures all creative materials are aligned with brand standards, advance Sunshines mission, and help strengthen awareness, engagement, and revenue growth across programs and retail locations. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented designer with strong visual storytelling, layout, and digital communications skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Graphic Design (Primary Function 70%)

• Serve as main designer for the agency, producing high-quality visual assets across print and digital platforms
• Design branded marketing collateral: brochures, flyers, posters, signage, banners, web graphics, email graphics, and event materials
• Create compelling content for retail product packaging, point-of-sale, signage, menus, and seasonal campaigns
• Maintain and evolve brand guidelines across all Sunshine entities, including Georgettes and Sunshine Studios
• Manage creative file organization and brand asset libraries
• Generate original art, icons, templates, and layouts that support accessible communication

Communications & Social Media (30%)

• Execute social media strategy and content for retail brands as directed by the Marketing Director, including graphics, short-form videos, product spotlights, and community feature
• Support email marketing graphics and storytelling for retail communications
• Assist with photography and videography needs when appropriate

QUALIFICATION:

Technical Skills

Expert-level proficiency in:

• Adobe Creative Suite including:
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Premiere Pro (basic editing)
• Canva (brand template and team management)
• Microsoft Office
• File preparation for print vendors
• Digital photography basics & asset management

Social Media & Digital

• Understanding of social content design, sizing, and platform best practices
• Familiarity with Meta Business Suite
• Basic understanding of email platforms (Constant Contact or similar)
• Comfortable supporting SEO-aligned visual content (image naming, alt-text, formatting for accessibility)
• Bachelors Degree: in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Digital Media, or related field required
• 1-3 years of Professional graphic design experience with nonprofit or retail experience preferred
• Experience designing for social media, print production, and brand marketing required
• Experience with brand marketing and portfolio demonstrating strong design execution and creative versatility required
• Experience with administrative tasks preferred
• Effective written & verbal communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office-based with frequent community travel to events, partner sites, and outreach opportunities.
• Occasional evening or weekend activities tied to special events and campaign support.
• Regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Frequently required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Ability to keep highly organized; strong problem-solving skills
• Valid Drivers License, good driving record and auto insurance
Able to pass criminal background, drug test and physical

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health package (medical/dental/vision/life/disability)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Training
• Paid Vacation & Personal Days
• Access to a Success Coach
• Interest Free Tuition and Emergency Loans
• Attendance Incentives
• Transportation Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Advancement through Sunshine U

About Sunshine:

Sunshine Communities, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Northwest Ohio supporting individuals with developmental disabilities through residential, vocational, clinical, therapeutic, and recreational services. These services are offered in various circumstances including at our Maumee, Ohio campus and at homes within the community. In addition to programs on campus, Sunshine individuals and staff operate Georgettes Grounds and Gifts, a coffee shop and fair-trade gift store located in downtown Maumee. Right across the road lies Sunshine Studios, an art studio space and gift store offering classes to individuals and the community.

Brand: Sunshine Communities
Address: 7223 Maumee Western Rd Maumee, OH - 43537
Property Description: Base Campus
Property Number: 0001