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Access Plus Capital · 1 day ago

Communications Specialist I

Fresno, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25/hr - $33/hr

3+ years exp

Access Plus Capital is a US Treasury-certified community development financial institution and Small Business Administration (SBA) Approved Microloan Intermediary Lender. The Communications Specialist I will coordinate planning, development, and implementation of communications, marketing materials, and community relations activities to support the organization.

Financial ServicesLendingSmall and Medium Businesses

Responsibilities

Works under the direction of Vice President of Impact to identify and pursue marketing opportunities and communication improvements

Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, independent judgment, and execution

Develops digital and print content for all communications needs

Regularly posts relevant content on all designated social media outlets and tracks corresponding metrics

Develops and distributes email newsletters using MailChimp and associated tools

Analyzes data and prepare reports on the effectiveness of promotional materials and efforts

Provides event coordination and outreach assistance

Ensures proper branding identity throughout all communications and materials

Creates professional outreach materials that effectively describe and promote agency programs including brochures, fact sheets, print ads, newsletters, presentations, and other resources

Drafts television and radio scripts, media advisories, public service announcements

Proofreads and revises communications as needed

Creates talking points, press releases, editorials, web content, social media, presentations, story content, ads, newsletters, and all other creative writing needs

Increases opportunities with media outlets and community

Keeping media contacts organized and up to date

Design utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and/or related programs

Develops design marketing materials and concepts to help enhance internal and external communication efforts in accordance with program directives

Provides comprehensive graphic design services, including, but not limited to brochures, and photo editing

Shoots acceptable photos and videos covering company events

Edits photo and video utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and/or related programs

Travels for agency business using reliable transportation

Maintains regular attendance and punctuality

Works evenings and weekends as required

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Content CreationGraphic DesignSocial Media ManagementAdobe Creative SuiteEmail MarketingProject ManagementProofreadingPublic RelationsCritical ThinkingOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in mass communication, Journalism, Marketing, or related field, from an accredited college or university. Additional work experience may substitute required education on a year-by-year basis

Minimum of Three (3) years of relevant industry experience in coordinating and managing projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with limited supervision required

Proficient in proofing, editing, and writing using proper grammar and spelling, looking for accuracy and errors in pieces produced

Experience and understanding professional best practices for using social media as part of a communications strategy

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related business software

Self-starter, able to think critically, organize, manage multiple projects, and prioritize effectively