Marketing and Communications Coordinator at YSS

Job Details Ames IA Full Time 4 Year Degree $15.01 - $24.75 Hourly Up to 25% Day AdministrativeWe Are YSS! YSS is on the hunt for a creative powerhousesomeone with passion energy and a knack for making ideas look amazing. As ourMarketing and Communications Coordinator. youll be the visual storyteller behind the content and graphics that shape how YSS shows up in the world. From designing eye-catching materials to managing our websites emails and social platforms youll help keep our brand sharp consistent and impactful.If juggling multiple projects collaborating with great people and bringing big ideas to life sounds like your kind of fun heres what youll dive into:BASIC FUNCTIONSDesign create and oversee production of marketing materials.Coordinate and execute email campaigns.Maintain and update websites.Ensure all print and digital materials adhere to YSS brand guidelines.Manage Ember Recovery social media platforms.ESSENTIAL TASKSSupport event planning promotion and on-site execution as part of the Community Engagement team.Produce high-impact videos for campaigns events and social mediaalways aligned with brand voice and audience engagement goals.Design newsletters fliers programs posters invitations business cards presentations social media graphics and swag using YSSs brand standards.Collaborate with staff to understand project needs create drafts gather feedback and shepherd each project from concept to completion.Coordinate production for print and digital communications; partner with vendors to ensure smooth delivery.Serve as guardian of the YSS brandmaintaining consistency and guiding others on best practices.Maintain and optimize website content including SEO updates.Create and distribute marketing emails; manage and update the email database.Capture and edit photos of people events and programs for use across web and print.Please know this is not a complete list of the positions responsibilities. Duties can change.What We Provide...We believe in your potential we meet you where you are and we invest in your future. Beyond the meaningful work YSS provides the following benefits:Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture.Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment.Competitive salaryComprehensive benefits.Health insuranceVoluntary dental insuranceVoluntary vision insuranceLife insurance and long-term disability coverageSupplemental accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insuranceProfessional liability insurance coverageFlexible spending account/health savings accountSupplemental compensation awardGenerous Paid Time off and LeaveFour weeks of paid time off (PTO)Volunteer time offPaid holiday leaveBirthday holidayWellness Program OpportunitiesPaid membership to the Athletic Club of AmesEmployee Assistance Program for all employeesFlu shotsMental health supportYSS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.403(b) retirement offeringsWhat We Ask To build a world where young people feel valued seen and empowered we ask our team to live out YSSs core values:Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit. That keeps us moving forward.Heres what were looking for from you:MUST HAVES - Required QualificationsBachelors degree in graphic arts design marketing or a related field.Proven experience designing for print and web using tools like Adobe InDesign Photoshop and Canva.Experience planning and managing events of all shapes and sizes.Strong communication skillslistening writing speaking and initiating.Comfort juggling multiple projects deadlines and priorities without breaking a sweat (or at least hiding the sweat well).SHOULD HAVES - Preferred QualificationsExperience with email platforms such as Mailchimp.Video production and editing skills using specialized software.Working knowledge of social media strategy and content management systems.A collaborative mindset and a positive team-focused approach.Creativity resourcefulness and solid problem-solving instincts.The IDEAL Candidate Will:Translate ideas and needs into clean compelling designs.Be organized self-directed and detail-obsessed in all the best ways.Be mission-driven and committed to equity inclusion and meaningful social impact.Bring humility respect and cultural awareness to every interaction.Bonus points if you speak a second languageespecially one widely used in our communities.Who You Are...Youre a creative problem-solver who loves turning ideas into eye-catching designs and compelling stories. You juggle projects with ease communicate clearly and thrive in collaborative mission-driven environments. Detail-oriented resourceful and grounded in YSSs core values you bring a lets make it happen energy to every projectwhether its a video a website update a social post or a last-minute event need.We celebrate the strength in your story.Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.Who We Are...Were YSS - one of Iowas oldest & largest nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission To spark hope create opportunities and help young people thrive. With life-changing programs an enthusiastic leadership team and our brand-new 50-acre recovery campus were growing fast and thinking big. Check us out at !At YSS we celebrate the unique backgrounds identities and experiences that each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer were dedicated to creating a respectful inclusive and empowering environment where everyone can grow and succeed. And were always working to do better together.YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.Heads Up! Dont Miss Our Messages! - We communicate with applicants via email - straight from our Paycom system. So be sure to keep an eye on your inbox (and your spam/junk folder too). Got questions Email - were happy to help!The YSS Hiring ProcessApply - Fill out the online app at - Well check out your skills and experience.Interview - Phone video or in-person - well chat and get to know you.References - Send us three people who can sing your praises.Screening - Background and driving checks (plus license verification if needed).Offer - If its a match youll get a formal offer through Paycom.Applicable Degrees:Advertising Communications Digital Media / Digital Communications Fine Arts (with a design or digital media emphasis) Graphic Design Journalism Marketing Media Studies Multimedia Design / Multimedia Production Public Relations Visual Communication Web Design / Web Development (especially if paired with marketing or content experience)Keywords:Brand Management Branding Canva CMS Communications Community Content Coordinator CreationCreative Digital Editing Email Engagement Event Graphic Design Mailchimp Mission-Driven MultimediaNonprofit Photo Editing Photography Promotion SEO / Web Optimization Services Social Impact Social Media Video Production Website WordPress YouthRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Internal Control,Accounting And Auditing,Accounts Handling,General Services,Elevator,Brand Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 15 - 24