About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p>The Marketing and Communications Assistant will provide support to the Director of Marketing and Communications, helping execute marketing, branding, public relations, and community outreach strategies. This role plays a vital part in increasing awareness of BGCGNWI programs, events, and initiatives, while also supporting membership recruitment, fundraising campaigns, and overall visibility across all communication platforms.</p> <p> </p> <p>Hourly Wage: $12</p> <p>Start Date: Fall 2026</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p>Content Creation & Social Media</p> <ul> <li>Assist in creating and scheduling social media posts across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter/X, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines.</li> <li>Collect and curate photos, videos, and stories from Club sites and events for use in marketing campaigns.</li> <li>Support in capturing, editing, and organizing multimedia content (photography and videography) for digital and print use.</li> </ul> <p>Marketing & Branding Support</p> <ul> <li>Help implement brand standards across all Club communications and visuals.</li> <li>Assist with the development of marketing materials such as flyers, newsletters, banners, brochures, and email campaigns.</li> <li>Coordinate distribution of promotional materials including direct mailers, handouts, and Club signage.</li> </ul> <p>Event & Campaign Support</p> <ul> <li>Support the planning and execution of marketing efforts tied to Club events, recruitment campaigns, and fundraising initiatives.</li> <li>Assist with logistics and marketing tasks related to special events and community outreach (e.g., event photography, setting up promotional displays, managing RSVP lists).</li> <li>Provide administrative and creative support during cause-related marketing efforts.</li> </ul> <p>Communications & Public Relations</p> <ul> <li>Support internal communications efforts, helping to ensure staff are informed of marketing initiatives and updates.</li> <li>Maintain and update media contact lists and assist with preparing press releases or media kits when needed.</li> <li>Monitor social media and local media outlets for mentions, trends, and engagement opportunities.</li> </ul> <p>Administrative & Strategic Support</p> <ul> <li>Help track performance metrics related to digital campaigns, membership outreach, and community engagement.</li> <li>Organize and maintain digital asset library (photos, videos, graphics).</li> <li>Assist with vendor coordination (e.g., printers, photographers, media partners).</li> <li>Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute creative ideas to enhance outreach efforts.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>An approved participant in the federal work study program at our partnership schools</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and Canva or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).</li> <li>Experience with social media platforms, Mailchimp, or other digital marketing tools is a plus.</li> <li>Strong organizational and time-management skills.</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.</li> <li>Passion for youth development and community engagement.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Work Environment</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Requires occasional evening or weekend availability for events or time-sensitive campaigns.</li> <li>May involve travel between Club sites and event locations.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Location: 3691 Willowcreek Road, Portage, Indiana 46368</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>PNW Work-Study Student</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>FLSA Status</b></H2> </div><div>Non-Exempt</div></div></div>