Marketing and Communications Coordinator

About the role

Cal-Wood Education Center is seeking a creative, organized, and mission-driven Marketing and Communications Coordinator to support the organization’s outreach, storytelling, and engagement efforts. This part-time, hourly role is responsible for content creation, marketing, social media management, newsletters, Google Ads management, fundraising event support, organizational and public communications.

Responsibilities

• Marketing & Content Creation
• Create engaging content for social media, email campaigns, newsletters, website updates, and promotional materials.
• Design marketing materials and visual content using Canva or similar design platforms.
• Capture and organize photos, videos, and stories that highlight Cal-Wood programs, events, and community impact.
• Aid in maintaining consistent organizational branding and messaging across all communication channels.
• Draft marketing copy for campaigns, fundraising initiatives, seasonal programming, and organizational announcements.
• Communications
• Develop and implement email campaigns and e-newsletters for donors, families, schools, volunteers, and community partners.
• Support internal and external communications, including announcements, event communications, and program updates.
• Manage organizational website, ensuring that content is always up-to-date and engaging.
• Maintain communication and marketing calendars.
• Marketing & Advertising
• Manage and monitor Google Ads campaigns and related analytics.
• Support digital marketing efforts, including email marketing, and social media engagement.
• Track marketing metrics and provide periodic reports on campaign performance and engagement.
• Implement marketing through various media channels such as, print, radio and TV.
• Fundraising Event Planning & Logistics Support
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and promoting fundraising events, community events, and outreach activities.
• Support event logistics including vendor coordination, registration tracking, sponsorship communications, materials preparation, and on-site support.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure successful execution of donor and community engagement events.
• Administrative & Collaborative Support
• Work collaboratively with program, development, and operations staff to support organizational goals.
• Maintain organized marketing files, templates, and communication assets.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred.
• Ability to communicate in both English and Spanish, and experience in engaging multicultural audiences is strongly preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in marketing, communications, nonprofit outreach, fundraising support, or related work preferred.
• Experience using Canva, Bloomerang, Google Ads, and social media management tools preferred.
• Strong graphic design for digital media and video editing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace required.
• Photography, videography, or graphic design experience is a plus.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Part-time hourly position with flexible scheduling based on organizational needs.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to commute to the office.
• Occasional evening and weekend work is required for events or special programs.
• Work may include both office and outdoor/event environments.

Benefits

• $25/hr
• Paid Sick time
• Simple IRA retirement plan

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cal-Wood Education Center is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, participants, and community members. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.