Marketing & Content Coordinator

Overview: Sportable Richmond Adaptive Sports and Recreation is an adaptive sports, recreation, health, and wellness organization that aspires to be the best in the country at providing sporting and recreational opportunities to those with physical disabilities, visual impairments, and those requiring physical accommodations.

Job Description: The Marketing & Content Coordinator is a creative and organized professional responsible for the daily advancement of Sportable’s brand visibility and event execution. Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Events, this role serves as the primary content creator and logistical anchor for marketing campaigns and organizational events.

The Marketing & Content Coordinator ensures that Sportable’s mission is communicated through compelling storytelling, high-quality digital content, and seamlessly executed events that engage athletes, donors, and the community.

Reports To: Director of Marketing & Events

Category Type: This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. Some night and weekend work is required.

Responsibilities:

Brand Stewardship & Content Creation

• Multi-Channel Storytelling: Design and produce high-quality marketing collateral (flyers, brochures, digital graphics) that adheres to brand guidelines and effectively elevates Sportable’s mission.
• Social Media Management: Lead the strategy and execution of engaging content across all platforms. Monitor the online community, track analytics, and optimize strategies to grow audience engagement.
• Multimedia Production: Plan, capture, and edit compelling video and photo content that highlights Sportable’s athletes, programs, and community impact for use across digital and web channels.
• Website Maintenance: Act as the primary lead for WordPress website updates, ensuring content is accurate, functionally sound, and provides an optimal user experience.

Strategic Marketing Support

• Campaign Implementation: Assist the Director in the rollout of comprehensive marketing plans, including digital ads, email marketing (newsletters), and promotional campaigns.
• Internal Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with the Program, Outreach, and Development teams to ensure marketing efforts support organizational goals and grant requirements.

Event Logistics & Execution

• Operational Coordination: Manage the intricate logistical details for various events, including major athletic tournaments, fundraising galas, and community outreach meetings.
• Vendor & Venue Liaison: Serve as a point of contact for external vendors and venues, ensuring contracts, timelines, and deliverables are met within budget.
• On-Site Support: Provide high-level on-site support during events to manage logistics, troubleshoot issues in real-time, and ensure a premium experience for all attendees.
• Project Administration: Support the Director in tracking marketing expenses, processing invoices, and managing participant registration workflows for events.

Organizational Support

• Ongoing Support: Contribute to "all-hands-on-deck" organizational initiatives and perform other duties as necessary to support the collective success of the Sportable team.
• Mission Advocacy: Act as a passionate advocate for Sportable’s mission, fostering a culture of inclusion and philanthropy among staff, volunteers, and the community.
• Event Participation: Provide operational support for major organizational milestones and programs as needed to ensure a premium athlete experience.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, or event planning.
• Demonstrated proficiency in creative tools, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro) and Canva.
• Technical experience with CMS and Email platforms, specifically WordPress and email marketing software.
• Experience managing professional social media platforms, with a focus on growth and community engagement.
• Experience in video production, including filming and editing for social and web platforms.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Deep passion for Sportable’s mission and an authentic commitment to the athletes we serve.
• Ability to capture the "Sportable Spirit" through written and visual content that inspires action.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage the competing deadlines of daily content creation and large-scale event logistics.
• High level of professionalism when interacting with athletes, high-level donors, and corporate partners.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and taking the lead on-site during high-pressure events.

Sportable provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Due to the nature of our work, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA 23220 (Required)

Work Location: In person