Director of Brand and Community at Caffe Medici

Benefits:Company partiesCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsFree food & snacksHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offParental leaveTraining & developmentVision insuranceDirector of Brand and CommunityMedici Roasting Austin TXFull-time HybridAbout Medici RoastingMedici Roasting is an Austin-born community-driven coffee company dedicated to craftsmanship hospitality and connection. Through our cafés roasting program and events we aim to enrich the communities we serve. Were expanding our leadership team with a creative ambitious individual who can elevate our brand presence both online and in person.Position OverviewThe Director of Brand and Community is a multi-disciplinary role that blends social media digital marketing design website management and community-focused event planning. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives in a small business setting can manage a wide scope of responsibilities and enjoys building meaningful connections with both customers and partners.Ideal for someone early in their career with a strong portfolio or a more experienced candidate looking to take ownership of a brands full digital and community ecosystem.Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)Location: Austin TX On-site onlyKey ResponsibilitiesSocial Media & ContentDevelop schedule and publish engaging content across Instagram Facebook TikTok and other platforms.Maintain a consistent brand voice that reflects Medicis craft-centric community-oriented identity.Capture and curate photo/video content from our cafés roasting operations events and collaborations.Track analytics (engagement reach follower growth) and adapt strategy accordingly.Marketing & CommunicationsCreate and execute digital marketing campaigns around seasonal releases partnerships events and retail promotions.Design digital and print assets (social posts flyers banners email headers etc.).Manage email marketing and customer communication (Mailchimp/Klaviyo or similar).Assist in maintaining our overall brand style and visual identity.Website & E-Commerce (Shopify)Update and maintain the Medici Roasting website and online store using Shopify.Upload new products adjust layouts manage product photography optimize navigation and keep menus and info current.Monitor online sales performance and assist with basic SEO tasks.Event Planning & Community EngagementPlan and execute community-focused events such as cuppings tastings seasonal launches collaborations pop-ups and Coffee Fest activations.Coordinate logistics (scheduling materials communication partner coordination onsite execution).Build and maintain relationships with local businesses influencers and organizations.Analytics & StrategyProvide light reporting on social media email performance web traffic and campaign results.Bring new ideas trends and creative strategies to the table to increase brand reach and community connection.QualificationsRequiredPortfolio demonstrating social media work design or web projects.Experience with Shopify (or similar e-commerce/CMS platform).Proficiency with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite.Strong writing skills and visual communication ability.Ability to juggle multiple priorities with excellent organization and follow-through.Comfort capturing photo and/or short-form video content.Interest in hospitality coffee culture and community-driven storytelling.Preferred13 years experience in social media marketing design or related fields.Experience planning events or coordinating marketing activations.Basic knowledge of SEO social analytics and email marketing platforms.Experience in specialty coffee food/beverage or lifestyle brands.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: Based on experience and portfolio quality.Suggested Austin-market band:Entry-level / early career: $45000$55000Intermediate (13 years exp. strong portfolio): $55000$70000High-experience (3 years strong analytics design skills): $70000$80000Benefits:Full employer-paid health dental vision and life insuranceTwo weeks paid time off (PTO)Free coffee (obviously )Opportunity for growth within a mission-driven local businessCreative autonomy and close collaboration with leadershipFlexible work from home options available. Compensation: $40000.00 - $90000.00 per year We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Medici was founded in 2006 out of Michael and Alison Vaclavs desire to build the kind of welcoming space where relationships could flourish. We believe in the potential of coffee to cultivate community by creating memorable experiences through our commitment to hospitality and craft. At Medici we work with integrity and strive for excellence. We grow the company by contributing our knowledge our passion and our respect to every aspect of service. What do we value -We do hospitality with integrity. -We strive for quality that reflects excellence. -We make sales that contribute to the companys growth. -We work together to create consistency and cohesion.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 40000 - 90000