marketing communications director

Alaska SeaLife Center

<div>Summary:
The Marketing &amp; Communications Director is a key member of the Advancement Department, collaborating closely with fundraising, grants, and donor engagement teams. This role leads the development and execution of integrated brand, marketing, and communications strategies to drive earned and contributed revenue.
The Director oversees all external communications, ensuring campaigns support organizational growth, fundraising, and mission impact. By strengthening visibility and driving engagement, this position plays a critical role in increasing financial support through strategic, data-driven marketing and cross-departmental collaboration.
This position will help shape the direction and success of ASLC&rsquo;s new Advancement Department.
This is an onsite position located in Seward, AK requiring occasional travel and weekend work. Willing to consider hybrid, with majority of time spent onsite.
Education/Training Requirements:
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field, with at least 8 years of progressively responsible experience. Must have expertise in digital marketing, content development, and brand management. Proven experience leading teams, managing cross-functional projects, and executing campaigns that drive both earned and contributed revenue. Strong background in overseeing social media, website management, and multimedia content. Experience working with external consultants and vendors is required.
Preferred: Knowledge of SEO, SEM, paid digital advertising, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, and proficiency with Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, and other business intelligence platforms.
Primary Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership &amp; Advancement Integration<ul><li>
Serve as a senior leader within the Advancement Dept, partnering within and beyond the Advancement Department to advance shared revenue and engagement goals.</li><li>
Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-channel marketing and communications strategy aligned with Advancement priorities and organizational objectives.</li><li>
Translate organizational goals into clear marketing plans that support fundraising campaigns, earned-revenue initiatives, advocacy efforts, and audience growth.</li><li>
Provide strategic insight by using analytics, audience data, and market research to guide decision-making.</li></ul>
Marketing &amp; Communications<ul><li>
Lead all aspects of marketing and communications, including brand management, messaging, content strategy, digital and email marketing, social media, advertising, events promotion, and storytelling.</li><li>
Oversee the production of print and digital collateral, including impact reports, donor communications, newsletters, and press releases.</li><li>
Set strategic direction and creative vision for community engagement and advocacy campaigns.</li><li>
Guide branding, promotion, and audience engagement strategies for organizational events.</li><li>
Manage media relations and coordinate press outreach as needed.</li><li>
Revenue Generation</li><li>
Partner with the Guest Experience team to drive earned revenue.</li><li>
Collaborate with development staff to support contributed revenue through integrated fundraising campaigns, sponsorships, donor acquisition, stewardship, and grant communications.</li><li>
Lead creation of compelling narratives and materials that clearly articulate impact and value to donors, sponsors, and partners.</li></ul>
Social Media &amp; Digital Strategy<ul><li>
Oversee the organization&rsquo;s digital presence, including website content, SEO/SEM strategies, and email campaigns.</li><li>
Develop a dynamic social media strategy that increases engagement, supports fundraising initiatives, and elevates mission storytelling.</li><li>
Monitor and analyze digital performance metrics, using insights to optimize content, campaigns, and audience targeting.</li></ul>
Team Leadership &amp; Collaboration<ul><li>
Supervise marketing, communications, and events staff, contractors, and vendors, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management.</li><li>
Foster strong collaboration across departments to ensure messaging alignment and support programmatic and fundraising priorities.</li><li>
Manage marketing budgets, timelines, and project workflows, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely execution of initiatives</li></ul>
Misc.<ul><li>
Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures, and programs.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div>

Marketing & Communications Director

Cannabis Creative Group

<div>CHAMP Digital is a dynamic, fast-scaling Marketing Agency that partners with clients to shape their brand narrative, engage their audiences, and drive measurable results. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Marketing Communications to take ownership of client-side communications success. This role is critical in leading a high-performing team to consistently deliver exceptional Client Deliverables, maximize Client ROI, and ensure long-term Client Success. We are looking for a seasoned agency leader who thrives in a high-growth environment and can bring a blend of strategic vision and hands-on operational excellence.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Client Success &amp; ROI: Take full responsibility for the overall success and measurable return on investment (ROI) of all client communications programs and deliverables.</li><li>Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute world-class marketing communications strategies for agency clients that align with their specific business objectives and support their rapid scaling goals.</li><li>Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing Marketing Communications team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service of client goals.</li><li>Operational Excellence: Take full ownership of the department&rsquo;s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring documentation is current, processes are optimized, and best practices are consistently applied across all client communications channels.</li><li>Integrated Campaign Management: Oversee all core communications functions for clients, including:</li><ul><li>Email Marketing: Direct strategy and execution for client email campaigns to drive their engagement, retention, and conversions.</li><li>Social Media Management: Guide client brand presence, strategy, and content across all relevant social media platforms to grow their audience and enhance their brand reputation.</li><li>CRM &amp; Data: Leverage CRM systems to segment client audiences, personalize communications, and ensure data-driven decision-making across all MarCom activities to maximize client impact.</li></ul><li>Client &amp; Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary, senior client-facing representative for the marketing team, managing relationships with external clients, partners, and internal stakeholders with exceptional communication and presentation skills.</li></ul>Required Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Experience: A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in marketing and communications, with a significant tenure in a leadership role.</li><li>Agency Background: Proven, substantial experience working within a Marketing Agency environment is essential.</li><li>Team Leadership: Substantial experience in successfully managing, growing, and mentoring a diverse communications team in an agency setting.</li><li>Client-Centric Skills: Demonstrated track record of managing and exceeding client expectations, securing client retention, and clearly reporting on Client Deliverables and ROI.</li><li>Technical Proficiency: Deep, hands-on experience and expertise in:</li><ul><li>CRM Management and data utilization.</li><li>Developing and optimizing large-scale Email Marketing programs.</li><li>Comprehensive Social Media strategy and execution.</li></ul><li>Environment: Demonstrated success and comfort working in a fast-scaling, high-pace, or start-up/scale-up environment.</li><li>Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially in client-facing and high-stakes internal/external scenarios.</li><li>Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is required; a Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus.</li></ul></div>

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

Telligen

<div><div>This senior-level position provides strategic leadership for internal and external communications implementing client program efforts and executing integrated marketing and communication initiatives. Primary accountabilities include achieving the intent of the program deliverables and objectives by understanding the requirements and tailoring work to meet those needs while protecting the company&rsquo;s brands. Demonstrate strong strategic communication and problem-solving skills with clients, peers, management, and program staff.</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Essential Functions</h3><ul><li>
You will lead and mentor marketing/communications team members.</li><li>
You will develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communication strategies for select client programs.</li><li>
You will establish and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, both internal and external.
</li><li>You will collaborate with workgroups and key staff members to define marketing and communication needs in order to develop integrated solutions.</li><li>
You will provide strategic counsel to program leadership on communication approaches.
</li><li>You will manage deliverable schedules for projects that include graphics, website design and functionality, white papers, newsletters, presentations, collateral and other communication activities, outreach, and analysis.</li><li>
You will lead all internal and external communications functions to ensure consistent, cohesive, and effective messaging that fulfills the communications and branding requirements of the program.
</li><li>You will create presentations for various meetings, conferences and events.
</li><li>You will create and lead development of promotional materials such as brochures, newsletters, collateral materials and white papers.
</li><li>You will lead development of regular communications to clients, prospects, stakeholders and other audiences including newsletters, and other electronic forms of communication.</li><li>
You will establish program-wide processes and standards for communications.
</li><li>You will oversee multiple concurrent projects and initiatives.
</li><li>You will implement quality control processes across all communication channels.
</li><li>You will develop and track program-level metrics and KPIs.
</li><li>You will resolve complex issues and remove barriers to success.</li><li>
You will ensure communication materials comply with company, customer and regulatory standards by implementing editorial standards for communication content.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Requirements</h3><ul><li>
Four-year degree in business, journalism, marketing or communications related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred)</li><li>
7-10 years experience in marketing and/or communications; demonstrated experience with web-based marketing and/or communications; demonstrated experience with marketing collateral, websites, social media, newsletters and press releases;</li><li>
3-5 years of team leadership experience.
</li><li>Strong portfolio of strategic communications initiatives.
</li><li>Healthcare industry experience preferred.</li></ul><div>
Who We Are:</div><div>
</div><div>
Telligen is one of the most respected population health management organizations in the country. We work with state and federal government programs, as well as employers and health plans offering clinical, analytical, and technical expertise.</div><div></div><div> 
Over our 50-year history, health care has evolved - and so have we. What hasn't changed is our deep commitment to those we serve. Our success is built on our ability to adapt, respond to client needs and deliver innovative, mission-driven solutions.</div><div></div><div> 
Our business is our people and we&rsquo;re seeking talented individuals who share our passion and are ready to take ownership, make an impact and helth shape the future of health.</div><div></div><div> 
Are you Ready?</div><div>
</div><div>
We&rsquo;re on a mission to transform lives and economies by improving health.</div><div>
</div><div>
Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our employee-owners drive our business and share in our success.</div><div>
Community: We show up - for our clients, our communities and each other. Being a responsible corporate partner is part of who we are.</div><div>
Ingenuity: We value bold ideas and calculated risks. Innovation thrives when we challenge the status quo and listen to diverse perspectives.</div><div>
Integrity: We foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment built on trust and excellence.</div><div>
</div><div>Thank you for your interest in Telligen!</div><div>
Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to learn more about our mission-driven culture and stay up to speed.</div><div></div><div> 
While we use artificial intelligence tools to enhance our initial screening process, all applications are thoroughly reviewed by our human recruitment team to ensure a fair and comprehensive evaluation of each candidate.</div><div>
Telligen and our affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers and E-Verify Participants.
</div><div>Telligen will not provide sponsorship for this position. If you will require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time. We will not accept 3rd party solicitations from outside staffing firms.</div>

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div>

Lead Marketing and Communications Consultant

Emirates Flight Catering

<div>
 
 
 
 About the role
 
 
 
 
 As our AVP Corporate Brand &amp; Comms you will lead our brand, marketing, and communications strategy to strengthen trust, reputation, and pride among stakeholders and employees. This role drives initiatives showcasing our culinary excellence, operational reliability, and sustainability leadership, while supporting growth and cultural transformation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you will do
 
 
 
 
 As AVP Corporate Brand &amp; Comms you will be responsible for:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Developing and executing a comprehensive brand and communications strategy that reinforces the Company&rsquo;s strategic position, operational excellence, and Dubai&rsquo;s global aviation reputation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strengthening and to sustain airline partner trust and loyalty by strategically communicating the Company&rsquo;s operational excellence, culinary innovation, food safety, and reliability as key differentiators.
 </li>
 <li>
 Enhance visibility and promotion of the Company&rsquo;s non-airline businesses and future diversification opportunities in a coherent and consistent manner.
 </li>
 <li>
 Design and implement internal communications initiatives that drive employee engagement, culture adoption, and pride in Company&rsquo;s mission.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead sustainability, CSR, and ESG storytelling to demonstrate environmental responsibility, community impact, and alignment with UAE goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee brand architecture, visual identity, and corporate naming initiatives to ensure consistency, scalability, and alignment with strategic objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Plan and manage strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and showcase events to amplify Company&rsquo;s industry presence and business influence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain crisis communication protocols, rapid-response plans, and media engagement strategies to protect brand reputation and operational continuity.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive brand-related content creation across digital, film, vehicle branding, collateral, and culinary initiatives to strengthen stakeholder perception and engagement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish governance, reporting, and performance metrics to track strategy adoption, brand impact, and stakeholder confidence, both internally and externally.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 How you will do it
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education Qualification:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing / communications (must have)
 </li>
 <li>
 MBA with specialization in Marketing or Corporate Communications(preferred)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 10+ years&rsquo; leadership experience in marketing, brand, and communications, ideally in large or mid-sized organizations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong background in corporate branding, strategic communications, and integrated marketing at national or international level.
 </li>
 <li>
 Expertise in multi-channel strategies, governance frameworks, and internal communications models.
 </li>
 <li>
 Skilled in digital marketing tools, social media, content management, and analytics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability in stakeholder engagement, corporate storytelling, thought leadership, and reputation-building campaigns.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Skills:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead strategic brand management, positioning, and identity enhancement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive integrated marketing and communications, including digital campaigns, content creation, and analytics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage internal and external communications, crisis response, and corporate storytelling.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build stakeholder trust through engagement with partners, regulators, and internal teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote sustainability, CSR, and ESG initiatives to reinforce corporate responsibility.
 </li>
 <li>
 Champion employee engagement and cultural transformation through internal campaigns.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leverage partnerships, sponsorships, and industry events to boost visibility and influence.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use data-driven insights to measure and optimize brand and campaign effectiveness.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrate leadership, collaboration, and strong communication skills across teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Foster creativity and innovation to deliver impactful, differentiating initiatives.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

AVP Corporate Brand & Comms

Millennium Plaza Doha

<div>As an E-Commerce Executive, you play a key role in online content management, exploring online marketing opportunities, and overseeing the SEO of the company&rsquo;s website and web traffic. Additionally, the role involves contributing to the day-to-day operations of the department, along with associated tasks and duties.
Key Job Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>
Collaborate with the Director of Marketing &amp; Communications / Marketing &amp; Communications Manager to develop and enhance traffic through direct and indirect online channels, aiming to boost overall property revenue and key financial and customer metrics.</li>
<li>Evaluate the performance of the branded website, offering suggestions to promote and enhance the hotel's online presence, with the goal of increasing bookings and ensuring website currency.</li>
<li>Monitor, implement, and execute the property's active presence on all social media tools to maximize online exposure.</li>
<li>Develop e-newsletters and other online advertising mediums related to the property, including its presence on partners' e-newsletters.</li>
<li>Ensure accurate and brand-compliant content (photography &amp; descriptions) for the property on all online channels.</li>
<li>Conduct regular quality assurance audits on the hotel's descriptive content and images, ensuring consistency across all channels and alignment with the brand website.</li>
<li>Load and update content (photography &amp; descriptions) for the property on all online channels in consultation with the Director of Marketing &amp; Communications.</li>
<li>Monitor and assess the property's reviews on online portals, ensuring official hotel feedback is provided as needed.</li>
<li>Assist in identifying and evaluating new marketing opportunities to increase direct internet traffic and drive online production.</li>
<li>Assist in evaluating the online presence and rate position of immediate competitors.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Director of Marketing &amp; Communications in monitoring and implementing the full-year Online Marketing and advertising plan.</li>
<li>Operate in a safe and environmentally friendly manner to safeguard the health and safety of colleagues, as well as contribute to environmental conservation.</li>
<li>Adhere to the company&rsquo;s environmental, health, and safety procedures and policies.</li></ul></div>

E-Commerce Executive

Greenpeace MENA

<div>Organization: Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

Department: GP MENA Engagement Department

Reports to: Engagement Director
Duration: Five months, March-July 2026 (Temporary replacement)

Location: Remote, based in the MENA region 
OVERALL PURPOSE 
The Branding and Communications Consultant is responsible for supporting our work to enhance Greenpeace MENA's public image, reputation, and brand presence in the region. The role involves developing and implementing comprehensive branding and communications strategies, managing key influencer relationships, and ensuring cohesive organizational branding to expand awareness, engage new audiences, increase the level of engagement, and maximize the impact of campaigns and projects. 

SCOPE 
 
The Consultant will execute branding, communications, and marketing strategies for Greenpeace MENA. This role requires independence, initiative, and strategic vision, with responsibilities extending to global projects and collaborations across multiple Greenpeace offices. The consultant will also oversee budgets, ensuring alignment with the organization&rsquo;s objectives and priorities. 
RESPONSIBILITIES 

BRANDING, COMMUNICATIONS &amp; MARKETING STRATEGY
<ul>
<li>Lead the implementation of GP MENA&rsquo;s branding and communications strategies, ensuring alignment with GP MENA&rsquo;s mission, vision, and goals.</li>
<li>Develop campaigns that strengthen Greenpeace&rsquo;s brand identity and visibility across the MENA region, with a focus on positioning GP MENA as a leading environmental organization by integrating innovative storytelling techniques to communicate Greenpeace&rsquo;s impact and initiatives effectively.</li>
<li>Ensure consistent and effective messaging across all internal and external communications channels, in alignment with the branding and communications strategy and guidelines.</li>
<li>Implement a strategy to enhance the public profile of the Executive Director (ED) as a leading voice in environmental advocacy.</li> 
</ul>
INFLUENCER MARKETING &amp; BRAND AMBASSADORSHIP
<ul>
<li>Design and execute strategies for engaging key influencers to amplify GP MENA&rsquo;s messaging and campaigns.</li>
<li>Oversee outreach and partnerships with influencers, ensuring alignment with branding objectives and organizational values.</li>
<li>Track and analyze influencers' performance to refine engagement strategies.</li>
<li>Lead on managing GP MENA branding events, in collaboration with partners, and suppliers, and support in managing other departments' events to ensure proper branding of the organization.</li> 
</ul>
MESSAGE DEVELOPMENT &amp; NARRATIVE BUILDING
<ul>
<li>Create and refine key messages for the organization, campaigns, public speaking engagements, and organizational updates.</li>
<li>Ensure messaging is tailored to diverse audiences within the MENA region and fits different personas while considering local context and cultural sensitivity.</li>
<li>Oversee the creation of high-quality, brand-aligned content, including annual reports, newsletters, campaigns, and strategic messaging for stakeholders.</li>
<li>Work with campaign teams to ensure messages are compelling, impactful, resonate with target audiences, and align with the branding messages and guidelines.</li> 
</ul>
MARKET &amp; AUDIENCE RESEARCH
<ul>
<li>Lead audience and market research projects to identify trends, measure brand perception, and guide strategy development.</li>
<li>Utilize data analysis to provide actionable recommendations for enhancing branding, communications, and marketing outcomes.</li> 
</ul>
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
<ul>
<li>Lead branding and communications components of cross-departmental projects, ensuring seamless integration of communications and engagement strategies.</li>
<li>Support campaign teams by providing branding insights and communication expertise to maximize campaign reach and effectiveness.</li></ul> 


CRISIS COMMUNICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Support the Engagement Director in crisis communication planning and execution, as needed, ensuring clear, timely, and effective responses to reputational risks.</li> 
</ul>
INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Develop internal communication plans in collaboration with the People &amp; Culture team to safeguard the brand and to keep staff informed and engaged with organizational updates, campaigns, and milestones 
.</li>
</ul>
MONITORING, EVALUATION &amp; REPORTING
<ul>
<li>Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for branding, communications, and marketing initiatives.</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate campaigns' success, reporting progress and incorporating lessons learned into future strategies.</li> 
</ul>
BUDGET MANAGEMENT
<ul>
<li>Manage the budget for branding, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with organizational priorities.</li> 
</ul>
OTHER DUTIES
<ul>
<li>Perform additional tasks delegated by the Engagement Director to support GP MENA&rsquo;s branding and communications goals.</li></ul> 
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Educational Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Graduate or postgraduate degree (Master&rsquo;s preferred) in communications, marketing, or a related field.</li> 
</ul>
Experience &amp; Skills
<ul>
<li>At least 7-10 years of professional experience in marketing, branding, or communications, preferably in a non-profit organization.</li>
<li>Proven success in designing and implementing branding, communications, and marketing strategies.</li>
<li>Expertise in influencer marketing</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic, with experience in creating diverse content formats.</li>
<li>Knowledge of market research methods and public relations strategies, with established connections in the MENA region.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in project management and cross-cultural collaboration.</li> 
</ul>
Organizational Competencies
<ul>
<li>Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills, particularly in multicultural and global settings.</li>
<li>Strong planning, organizing, and time management abilities.</li>
<li>Ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering collaboration and creativity.</li>
<li>Self-driven, flexible, and capable of adapting to dynamic environments.</li> 
</ul>
Behavioral Competencies
<ul>
<li>Persistent, assertive, and capable of driving initiatives from concept to completion.</li>
<li>Integrity and accountability in all professional interactions.</li>
<li>Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 


Commitment
Commitment to Greenpeace&rsquo;s core values in response to environmental and peace issues through non-violent direct action-led campaigning in line with its mission. 


Disclaimer

Greenpeace MENA is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce, irrespective of gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, culture, religion, and ethnic background. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. 


How to apply

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to this link no later than December 31, 2025.</div>

Branding & Communications Consultant

Chicago Artists Coalition

fullTime
 
Full-time
 ,
 
submitted by
 Andrew Levine
 
posted on
 12.22.2025
 
contact
 Alevine@meritmusic.org
 Director of Marketing and Communications
 
Merit School of Music seeks a collaborative, strategic, and hands-on Director of Marketing & Communications to lead a small but high-impact team responsible for advancing Merit's brand, supporting student recruitment, and strengthening donor and community engagement. The Director develops and executes an annual marketing and communications strategy that reflects Merit's mission to remove barriers to high-quality music education and celebrates the diversity, creativity, and potential of young people across Chicago.
 
Reporting to the Vice President for Development & Marketing and supervising two staff members, the Director is both a strategist and an active practitioner. They oversee multi-channel recruitment campaigns; guide the organization’s digital presence across web, email, and social media; manage paid advertising and vendor relationships; and partner closely with Program, Student Services, and Development to ensure clear, accurate, and compelling communications throughout the year. The Director helps create transparent, predictable marketing processes and fosters a collaborative, two-way working culture with Merit’s Program, Student Services, and Development teams. The Director also leads major institutional storytelling efforts—including the annual report, blog posts, etc.—and helps ensure that all external messaging upholds Merit's dignity-centered, equity-driven approach.
 
The ideal candidate is an innovative and collaborative marketing professional who can balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day execution. They bring strength in content creation, digital marketing, and campaign planning, along with the ability to coordinate across departments, coach staff, and manage multiple projects with clarity and care. Above all, they are energized by Merit's mission and committed to creating communications that welcome, inform, and inspire the diverse communities we serve.
 
Organizational Overview
 
Merit School of Music is a community music school located in Chicago's West Loop. Our primary goals are to help young people transform their lives and experience personal growth through music by providing access to sustained participation. For more than 40 years, we have been home to a diverse community of talented young musicians and have served as a springboard for them to achieve their full musical and personal potential. Our 125 passionate and experienced teaching artists provide access to high-quality music education, engaging over 3,000 students annually at our downtown location and in area schools and community centers.
 
Our students, who reflect Chicago's socioeconomic and ethnic diversity, have the rare opportunity to learn together, dream together, teach each other, and broaden their horizons as they build inspiring lives through music. Merit develops musicians and equips young people with the tools they need to excel in life; virtually 100 percent of our graduates attend conservatories or colleges.
 
Merit School of Music is committed to building a world where historically underrepresented groups can attain access to quality music education. Simultaneously, Merit is working to become an organization that truly reflects the city's demographics and the students we serve. Merit is dedicated to being an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and anti-racist organization and continually examining our efforts in this area.
 
Reporting Relationship
 
The Director of Marketing and Communications reports to the Vice President for Development and Marketing.
 
Job Responsibilities
 
Responsibilities of the Director of Marketing & Communications include, but are not limited to:
 
Strategy Development & Implementation – approx. 20%
 
<ul>
<li>Lead Merit’s annual marketing and communications strategy so it supports enrollment, fundraising, and overall brand health.</li>
<li>Translate high-level goals into clear plans and timelines, keeping the Program, Student Services, and Development departments informed and involved.</li>
<li>Guide major storytelling projects, ensuring content reflects Merit’s mission, impact, and IDEA commitments.</li>
<li>Shape Merit's brand voice and visual identity across all channels.</li>
<li>Establish and refine clear, predictable marketing workflows, including request intake, timelines, and review/approval processes, to support smooth collaboration across departments.</li>
<li>Coordinate annual and seasonal planning cycles with internal partners to align messaging, milestones, and capacity.</li>
<li>Manage influencer and community-facing visibility partnerships, as appropriate.</li>
<li>Communicate what responsibilities Marketing owns and where it plays a supporting role, ensuring colleagues understand how to engage with the team and what to expect during major planning cycles.</li>
</ul>
Recruitment Marketing – approx. 35%
 
<ul>
<li>Develop and lead multi-channel recruitment campaigns that speak to Merit's diverse communities and support program and student services’ enrollment goals.</li>
<li>Own and oversee email marketing, including segmentation, nurturing flows, and registration-cycle communications.</li>
<li>Ensure website content and SEO make it easy for families to find accurate, timely, and welcoming program information.</li>
<li>Direct and implement Merit's organic social media strategy, guiding content that reflects student voices, program needs, and community pride.</li>
<li>Support concerts and key program events with coordinated messaging and marketing materials that reflect enrollment and community-building goals.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Program and Student Services to align recruitment messaging, deadlines, and communication milestones with programmatic and registration timelines and frontline insights.</li>
<li>Tailor messaging for Merit's different locations and communities in collaboration with Program, Student Services, and community advisors.</li>
</ul>
Advertising - approx. 15%
 
<ul>
<li>Plan and manage digital and traditional advertising, balancing evergreen and seasonal needs, keeping campaigns aligned with organizational goals and budgets</li>
<li>Oversee and coordinate with paid media vendors and consultants for campaign builds, optimization, analytics, and asset development.</li>
<li>Monitor performance data and adjust strategies based on enrollment trends and return on investment.</li>
<li>Create and edit clear and compelling advertising materials that align with Merit’s brand and priorities.</li>
</ul>
Fundraising Communications – approx. 15%
 
<ul>
<li>Partner with Development to create messaging and materials that support donor engagement, appeals, stewardship, events, and the annual report.</li>
<li>Establish predictable timelines and checkpoints in line with annual communications calendar.</li>
<li>Produce or refine impact stories and donor-centered content that reflect student and family experiences.</li>
<li>Ensure fundraising communications are consistent with brand and recruitment messaging.</li>
</ul>
Budget & Team Leadership – approx. 15%
 
<ul>
<li>Provide steady, supportive leadership to two marketing department staff members through coaching, clear expectations setting, delegation, and feedback.</li>
<li>Manage the marketing and communications budget, including paid media, consultants, and creative resources.</li>
<li>Track spending and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing investments.</li>
<li>Manage external vendors and creative partners to ensure timely, high-quality work.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 
Requirements
 
<ul>
<li>Experience developing and implementing marketing and communications strategies that support enrollment, fundraising, and brand goals in a mission-driven setting.</li>
<li>Strong digital marketing skills, including email segmentation/automation, web content management, SEO fundamentals, and social media strategy.</li>
<li>Experience managing multi-channel campaigns and overseeing digital advertising (Google, Meta, or similar platforms).</li>
<li>Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate programmatic and impact information into clear, compelling content for varied audiences.</li>
<li>Strong project management abilities: managing multiple priorities, delegating effectively, and maintaining predictable timelines.</li>
<li>Experience supervising or coaching staff and supporting their professional growth.</li>
<li>Ability and desire to work collaboratively with the Program, Student Services, and Development departments, incorporating their insights into messaging and planning.</li>
<li>Comfort with marketing technologies such as CRMs, email platforms, CMS tools, and analytics dashboards.</li>
<li>A commitment to dignity-centered communication and the ability to connect with diverse communities.</li>
</ul>
Preferred but not required: 
<ul>
<li>Experience producing donor-facing communications.</li>
<li>Comfort with simple graphic design or managing external creative support.</li>
<li>Experience coordinating vendors or consultants (web, PPC, branding, etc.).</li>
<li>Familiarity with HubSpot or willingness to learn quickly.</li>
<li>Experience in music, arts education, youth development, or nonprofit settings.</li>
<li>Experience connecting across a breadth of Chicago neighborhoods and people</li>
</ul>
Educational and Experiential Requirements
 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, arts administration, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.</li>
<li>At least two years of supervisory experience.</li>
<li>7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in marketing, communications, or a closely related field, including experience managing campaigns and content across multiple channels.</li>
</ul>
Schedule
 
<ul>
<li>This is a full-time, overtime-exempt position.</li>
<li>Please plan to work in person at Merit at least two to three days per week; additional in-person work is welcome and occasionally required for events and meetings. Partial work-from-home schedules can be flexible and coordinated with the Vice President for Development & Marketing.</li>
<li>The successful candidate should have a flexible schedule to attend evening and weekend events/concerts/meetings as necessary (and with plenty of advance notice).</li>
</ul>
Compensation
 
Merit offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including the following items:
 
<ul>
<li>Compensation is commensurate with experience and based on a yearly starting salary of $90,000.</li>
<li>You will be eligible to participate in Merit's employee benefits package on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.</li>
<li>Merit offers a robust healthcare package, including BCBS medical (HMO and PPO options), Delta Dental (HMO and PPO), employee-paid EyeMed vision care, and voluntary life insurance coverage.</li>
<li>One day of paid time off (PTO) earned each month in the first year (increases each anniversary) and seven paid holidays in addition to a paid winter break (approximately one week).</li>
<li>401(k) eligibility begins on the first day of the new calendar quarter following one year of employment.</li>
</ul>
Further information on Merit's benefits package and employee policies is available on request.
 
How to Apply
 
To apply, please upload your resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for this role using this link . Applications will be accepted through January 4, 2026. Materials should be compatible with Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat PDF. Interviews will be provided for finalists.
 
ALAANA/BIPOC people, trans and gender-nonconforming people, and women are encouraged to apply.
 
For more information about Merit School of Music, please visit www.meritmusic.org .
 
Merit School of Music is committed to enhancing the diversity of our musical community, recognizing that by providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment for our students, we are preparing them for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. The Merit community recognizes its responsibility to create and sustain a learning environment where difference is valued and equity and inclusion are practiced.
 
Contact Info: 
Andrew Levine
 Alevine@meritmusic.org
 
https://meritmusic.org/careers/
 
Job Type: Permanent
 
Compensation: 90000
 
Location: Chicago, IL

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