A Place Called Home · 1 week ago
Director of Marketing and Communications
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expA Place Called Home is a dynamic, non-profit youth and community center in South Central Los Angeles. The Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for overseeing and implementing the organization's communications strategies and digital marketing efforts, including managing press relationships and creating engaging content to enhance the agency's brand identity.
ArtCharityEducationNon ProfitWellness
Responsibilities
Design and implement an integrated strategic communications plan to advance APCH’s brand identity and key messages in collaboration with the Chief Development Officer, Senior Director of Engagement, and other partners; create marketing and public relations strategies and plans that will allow APCH leadership to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted external audiences, including press, media and key influencers
Serve as communications counselor to APCH leadership and board members, including initiating and drafting regular communiqués, e.g. blogs, op-eds, advising on talking points for events, etc.; ensure that the full Development Department remains aligned and informed of communications activity
Manage and cultivate press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding APCH programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects; serve as liaison for all media-related projects, including but not limited to, video shoots, media interviews, radio spots, PSAs, etc
Through supervision of the Digital Communications Coordinator, manage all external-facing communications initiatives including social media, fundraising events and special campaigns; create and manage digital communications content calendar encompassing social media and email marketing; write and edit copy for internal and external audiences, drive digital communications to ensure consistent agency messaging across all platforms
Oversee management of the agency website and social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, etc.; engage with external audience and supporters through social media channels, answering questions and making connections to appropriate staff members when necessary
Partner with APCH’s annual fund program to drive unrestricted revenue via peer-to-peer fundraising platform, currently Classy, segmented email marketing and direct mail campaigns; develop compelling messaging and written content; oversee creation and execution of printed and electronic fundraising appeals; manage email messaging and communications through online platform, currently Mailchimp, including maintaining an up to date contact list, and creating and sending emails
Oversee development of all print communications including marketing collateral, annual reports, newsletters, direct appeals, event related materials, invitations, programs, etc., and manage associated vendors and contractors, including designers, printers and mailing houses
Provide creative direction for video and photo-related projects pertaining to community and special events
Manage an organized archive of digital assets (photos, APCH publications, AV) and ensure appropriate capture as assets are created and published
Develop, maintain and update master communications calendar including all electronic communications, social media planning, print collateral, etc
Create and implement appropriate assessments and reporting metrics for key initiatives, including social and direct email/mail
Support all hands fundraising events and serve as an ambassador of the agency for all donors and stakeholders with particular focus on media connections
Qualification
Required
5–7 years in marketing/communications; nonprofit experience preferred
Success managing multi-channel campaigns (social, email, web, print)
Experience with media relations and securing press coverage
Experience supervising staff/contractors and managing creative vendors
A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field is preferred
Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling across formats
Strong understanding of brand strategy and visual identity
Proficiency with website/content tools (e.g., WordPress), email platforms, and basic design tools (e.g., Canva/Adobe)
Strong project management and ability to handle multiple deadlines
Comfort using metrics/analytics to guide strategy
Strategic thinker and strong collaborator
Cultural humility and experience working with diverse communities
Commitment to APCH's mission and service to youth and families
Strong commitment to personal and team excellence, innovation and constant growth and improvement
Ability to think strategically and creatively, as well as to innovate, implement and follow through
Deep appreciation for and personal interest in the APCH mission and community
Ability to work under pressure, with grace, diplomacy
Ability to be a compelling advocate and ambassador for A Place Called Home
Preferred
Spanish/English bilingual preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision coverage
A retirement plan
Generous paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Leadership coaching to support ongoing growth
Company
A Place Called Home
A Place Called Home provides a nurturing environment with arts, education, and wellness programs to young people and families.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Women's Sports FoundationAEGThe Genesis Inspiration Foundation
2025-10-06Grant
2025-08-25Grant
2024-11-14Grant
Leadership Team
Jewel Delegall
Chief Program Officer
Katie A.
Chief Development Officer
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