An integral member of the Marketing team, the Marketing Coordinator works collaboratively with the Director of Marketing, Development & Communications to develop and execute marketing, fundraising, and communications efforts for the organization. This position executes message strategy, branding, graphic design, public relations, digital communications, social media, print, fund development, and event management activities for WRTP | BIG STEP.

The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and organized. They are self-motivated and can manage multiple deadlines and priorities. The Marketing Coordinator works well independently and with a diverse cross section of personnel – executive leadership, educational staff, program participants, agencies, workforce partners, media, etc. – to expand and broaden the impact and influence of WRTP | BIG STEP’s programs and partnerships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develop & Execute External Communications:

• Collaborate with the Director of Marketing, Development & Communications to develop communications strategies that broaden community awareness, partnership engagement, and programmatic reach
• Champion and maintain consistent brand standards, graphic design, and messaging
• Develop marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, presentations, graphics, email campaigns, reports, press releases, and articles
• Draft and post content for multiple social media platforms, including creating video content
• Perform public relations activities, including writing press releases and supporting organizational relationships with external partners
• Assist with website content development and maintenance to ensure a consistent and engaging external presence
• Expand and manage photography and videography assets

Support Programming Efforts:

• Develop program-specific outreach materials, including flyers, presentations, webinars, advertisements, and social media posts targeted to specific audiences.
• Provide guidance and support to program and outreach personnel across multiple office locations to align marketing strategies with proper messaging and organizational goals
• Update and maintain internal files and databases

 Assist with Development Activities & Special Events:

• Assist the Director of Marketing, Development & Communications with fundraising activities, sponsorship development, special events, donor communications, and grant writing efforts.
• Coordinate and execute special organizational events from concept to completion, including print and digital asset creation, event management, and fundraising
• Research and collect data to support external communications, grant proposals, and reports
• Maintain positive and professional working relationships with consultants, grantors, corporate funders, community partners, and agencies

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or related field required
• Experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or similar role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and social media platforms required; Experience with layout programs preferred (i.e., Adobe Creative suite or other desktop publishing programs)
• Solid writing/editing and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing website content and digital marketing campaigns preferred.
• Experience with photography, videography, and content creation preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to set and balance priorities
• Eye for detail, design, and effective storytelling to different audiences
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with a diverse population; Inclusive and equitable treatment of all persons regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual identity, religion, ability, or any other factor
• Please submit your resume with a cover letter; Additional writing and design samples may be requested.  Cover Letters should accurately reflect personal experience, qualifications, and communication skills. Letters containing substantially AI-generated content may not be considered.

 Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in person at WRTP | BIG STEP's Milwaukee office but may occasionally be required to visit different sites in Wisconsin based on organizational needs
• 40 hours per week; Regular hours of Monday - Friday, 8 am- 5 pm
• Must be flexible; May require some flex hours on nights and weekends
• Has contact and works comfortably with a wide variety of individuals including, but not limited to staff, partnering agencies, media, federal and state-based contractors/vendors, unions, employers, and members of the community
• Will also interact with a diverse population to include youth, justice-impacted individuals, individuals facing barriers, etc.
• Requires the ability to regularly sit and write at a computer, stand, and lift less than 30 pounds, use a telephone and use computer equipment to generate input and output and transmit data

Benefits

• Health Insurance - Employer pays 85% of health plan premium
• Dental Insurance (single or family) – 100% Employer paid
• Vision Insurance (single or family) – 100% Employer paid
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance – 100% Employer paid
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance – 100% Employer paid
• 10 vacation days after 90 days of employment
• 9 personal days after 90 days of employment (Pro-rated 1st calendar year)
• 14 Paid Holidays annually
• 10% of monthly salary contributed by company to retirement accounts
• Salary: $26 - $28/hr., dependent upon experience

WRTP | BIG STEP is an Equal Opportunity and ADA-compliant employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. All employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.  We comply with applicable regulations, including but not limited to 41 CFR 60-1.4, 60-250.4, and 60-741.4, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA. WRTP | BIG STEP encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, including those from historically underrepresented populations.