Programs & Communications Associate

The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase representation in the fields of advertising, marketing, and public relations by providing scholarships, career opportunities such as internships/fellowships/co-ops/entry-level roles, career and professional development workshops, and mentorship opportunities to undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students from historically underrepresented communities.

Reports to: Mr. Kim L. Hunter, Chairman & CEO
Classification: Entry-level

About the Role

Work closely with TLF’s CEO, SVP, and Talent Acquisition & Alumni Associate, along with other members of the team. The position will be responsible for producing career & professional development workshops, scholarship programs, all communications among board members, trade media, and database, as well as administrative tasks, updating and maintaining the Foundation’s database, among others.

Responsibilities

Communications

• Write press releases, op-ed pieces, photo captions, and develop story ideas for the Foundation
• Conduct constant media outreach and follow-up
• Conduct outreach to colleges and universities in major markets across the U.S. to promote TLF’s programs – both in person and remotely
• Maintain the Foundation’s social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Create content and update TLF’s website as needed
• Execute email marketing campaigns and mailings (U.S. mail and email) to the board of directors, major donors, alumni, and contacts as necessary
• Maintain a TLF media database of local, regional, national, trade, and university media relative to TLF’s mission
• Maintain database of TLF contacts
• Create content and distribute TLF’s monthly e-newsletter, souvenir journal, and annual newsletter
• Create and update promotional pieces for annual scholarship programs
• Create promotional pieces for career & professional development workshops and other programs
• Maintain and update database of university and college contacts
• Monitor online reach and track communications metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts

Programs

• Coordinate career & professional development workshops for students, including but not limited to:
  • Secure workshop hosts (both donors and universities)
  • Recruit attendees
  • Secure speakers (for on-campus events)
  • Provide recommendations and facilitate workshops
  • Track registrants and attendees and update student database accordingly
• Produce and execute the Foundation’s Annual Scholarship & Donor Recognition Reception, including, but not limited to:
  • Research venues, conduct site visits and secure contracts to make recommendations for reception, welcome dinner, lodging and flights for the scholarship recipients
  • Secure host for career & professional development workshops for the scholarship recipients
  • Secure volunteers for reception
  • Work collaboratively with Chair and Co-Chair partners to ensure smooth execution of programming
• Update database of students to participate in programs
• Process scholarship applications and recruit volunteers to score applications
• Facilitate the final judging and secure host agency or corporation as well as volunteers
• Assist with sourcing candidates for internship and entry-level positions within corporate, nonprofit and agencies, as needed
• Provide support on special programs, as needed
• Assist with the execution, outreach, and reporting of the biennial alumni tracking survey
• Support the Chairman & CEO with other special projects within the foundation and across all three enterprises as needed

Requirements

• B.A. in advertising, marketing, public relations or communications
• Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience. Prior experience with events or programs a plus
• Ability to build relationships with key audiences, the media and corporate donors and supporters
• Must be flexible; possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse communities
• Proven administrative skills; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, handling various projects simultaneously/multi-task oriented
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be analytical and a critical thinker
• Must be willing to work weekends when necessary
• Must be comfortable with travel – 30% travel within the U.S.
• Successful candidate must be a self-starter and able to work in a team environment
• Must have working knowledge of office computer programs including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge in Constant Contact and Adobe Creative Suites is a plus (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva)
• Nonprofit experience preferred

Employment

Full-time