Communications Coordinator [Updated 5/5/2026]

Department: Communications
Reports to: Director of Digital Content and Strategy
Effective Date: July 2026
Organization: AIANY and CFA
Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Role Overview:
The Communications Coordinator supports the development and execution of communications strategies for AIA New York and the Center for Architecture. This role plays a key part in promoting exhibitions, programs, and initiatives across digital, print, and media channels. The Coordinator collaborates across departments to ensure consistent, timely, and engaging communications, contributes to media relations efforts, and helps maintain the organizations’ public presence and voice.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Email Marketing:

• Build, schedule, and deploy newsletters using Salesforce Marketing Cloud
• Proofread and edit content; coordinate content delivery across departments
• Maintain email marketing best practices, including formatting, segmentation, and performance awareness

Press and Media Relations:

• Draft and distribute press releases using CisionOne
• Develop and maintain media lists, with a focus on architecture and the built environment
• Create press kits for exhibitions, programs, and special initiatives
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate internal responses
• Support media partnerships, including for the Archtober Festival

Website and Digital Content:

• Produce and publish news items and web content
• Source, size, and upload images to support online content
• Maintain and update the events calendar, including “Elsewhere” listings
• Copyedit event listings for clarity, accuracy, and consistency
• Support the production of Oculus magazine content for aiany.org, including coordination with editorial staff and committees
• Assist with content publishing workflows across organizational and committee websites

Social Media:

• Create and schedule content for LinkedIn, Instagram, and X
• Collaborate on and maintain a cross-platform content calendar
• Help produce short-form video content and support broader video initiatives (Instagram, YouTube)
• Monitor engagement and respond to comments, tags, and direct messages

Additional Communications Support:

• Assist with the production of printed materials, including brochures and calendars
• Draft and edit scripts and materials for major events
• Support photo shoots and maintain the organization’s photo archive

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or a related field
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Salesforce Marketing Cloud or similar)
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, X) and scheduling tools (e.g., Sprout Social)
• Experience with web content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Webflow)
• Understanding of communications best practices and standards

Preferred:

• Interest in architecture, design, or the built environment
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Photoshop or other photo/video editing tools

Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000 USD per year, commensurate with experience

Hybrid Work Schedule – 2 days remote

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, please send a cover letter and resume in PDF format to [email protected]. Please put the job title and your last name in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

Physical Requirements:
AIANY and the Center for Architecture is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

Some lifting (up to 30 lbs.). Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking.