Marketing and Communications Manager
Freedom Communities - Charlotte, NC
Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried, Nonprofit Sector
Reports to: Director of Strategic Partnerships
About Freedom Communities
Our mission at Freedom Communities (FC) is to drive holistic family and community
transformation through innovative programs and real estate investments in the Freedom Drive
Corridor. At Freedom Communities, we believe every family has the potential to thrive. We are a
place-based organization; limiting our geographic service area allows us to go deep and work
holistically, addressing the interconnections of a person's housing, education, mental and
physical health, employment, and network of support. With a tagline of "family-centered
community transformation," we invest simultaneously in families and infrastructure, so that as
families transform, their community does too. Join a collaborative team that values operational
excellence, strategic alignment, and deep community impact.
Position Summary
We're seeking a creative and strategic Marketing and Communications Manager to lead our
organization-wide marketing efforts. This role will elevate Freedom Communities' visibility,
deepen engagement with volunteers and donors, and support fundraising goals. The ideal
candidate is a skilled communicator with experience in managing vendors and a passion for
community impact.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing and Communication Efforts:
● Co-develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications plan.
● Ensure consistent brand messaging across all platforms and materials.
● Position Freedom Communities as a thought leader through storytelling and strategic
messaging.
● Writes, produces, and manages all organizational communications, including digital
communications, press releases, website copy, and print communications.
● Manages relationships with printers and other vendors.
● Leads the creation and execution of communications plans for events across platforms.
● Lifts up Freedom Communities' brand in the community by establishing and ensuring
adherence to brand standards and style guidelines across the organization.
● Manage relationships with external vendors (graphic designers, printers, video
producers).
● Partner with internal teams to align messaging and support program goals.
Fundraising and Philanthropy Team Initiatives:
● Create donor and volunteer communications (campaign messaging).
● Assist in grant research and proposal writing.
● Support the use of the volunteer management system (Bloomerang).
Social Media & Digital Engagement:
● Manage content calendar across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn (3-5 posts/week).
● Monitor engagement metrics and refine strategies to optimize reach.
● Collaborate with partners to expand digital presence.
● Use scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite) and provide performance reports.
● Staff photographer.
Website and Public Relations:
● Effectively manages Freedom Communities website, handling content, functionality, and
SEO.
● Facilitate the media relations for the organization, including proactive pitching of stories.
Graphic Design and Video Production
● Creates designed collateral, including newsletters, annual reports, and event invitations
● Design graphics for use across digital platforms.
● Coordinates video vendors for the organization's marketing and communication needs.
Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
● 3-5years of experience in marketing, communications, or social media.
● Strong writing and storytelling skills.
● Proficiency in Google Workspace and Canva.
● Experience managing vendors and coordinating across departments.
● Photography skills and comfort with digital tools.
● Highly organized, proactive, and collaborative
No calls, emails, or visits please.
For immediate consideration, please formally apply online and provide a resume and cover letter.
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