MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide communications and marketing services in support of Bronx Chamber member engagement, and member base growth with a creative approach to content development.

Promote and share important messages, resources, news, events, and any other information needed by the Bronx business community at large, with an emphasis on Bronx Chamber organizational & partner content, and issues related to legislative advocacy.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Digital Communications
Social Media:
• Manage content production, optimal posting schedule and engagement on all Bronx Chamber platforms.
• Create compelling visuals that incorporate Bronx Chamber key messaging and highlight partners-sponsors; coordinate with Membership Manager to track fulfillment of digital promotion member benefits in CRM
• Coordinate with fellow staff to maintain event calendar and promote Bronx Chamber events, along with member services; post content to each relevant platform and encourage audience engagement
• Develop an optimal social media posting schedule; monitor accounts for required responses, share others’ content as appropriate

Email and video marketing
• Create weekly e-blast to the Chamber extended network, with other dedicated emails as needed to segments of the Chamber community including but not limited to members, community partners, etc.
• Support creation and promotion of weekly video of Chamber staff providing business and borough news & updates

Website maintenance
• Serve as primary point of contact for web developer; manage content & design updates, and all third-party integrations

Other
• Write drafts of press releases, letters, quotes and other official correspondence for President’s review, approval, and use. Distribute as directed.
• Maintain press clippings of Bronx Chamber media coverage and media contact list
• Photography as needed at Chamber events

EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing, business, or related sector preferred; candidates with an Associate’s Degree and/or a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience are also encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
• Familiarity and experience with the Bronx business community, public sector and civic landscape strongly desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Suite required.
• Social Media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) fluency required.
• Experience managing routine website content updates required.
• Experience with Canva or similar graphics platform strongly desired.
• Knowledge of Adobe programs (especially Acrobat) preferred.
• Familiarity with video creation, editing and optimization preferred.
• Photography and photo editing experience a plus.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Exemplary written and verbal communications.
• Professional demeanor.
• Flexible and able to meet deadlines.
• Comfortable interacting with business owners and directors of organizations of all sizes, in various sectors, including small business owners, corporate representatives; community group leaders and elected officials.
• Proficiency in Spanish strongly preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Hybrid (Office, Remote, Events)
Part-time role with potential for full-time (to be explored pursuant to mutual fit and availability). 20 hours per week to start. Flexible shifts, Monday – Friday between the hours of 9am-5pm. Occasional evening hours required for Chamber events.

COMPENSATION
Commensurate with demonstrated experience. Hourly rate beginning at $28

To Apply: please submit your resume, cover letter, and work samples (writing pieces, portfolio work) to sara@bronxchamber.org