Director of Marketing & Communications

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $89,270.00 - $138,369.00 per year; commensurate with experience.

Join Our Mission to Empower LAs Youth! Become Our Next Director of Marketing & Communications and Help Shape the Future of LA's BEST!

About LAs BEST

LAs BEST is a public / private partnership between the City of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), and the private sector, working together to provide safe, engaging, and enriching expanded learning programming for elementary school students. Established 37 years ago, LAs BEST serves children in neighborhoods with the greatest needs but the fewest resources, ensuring access to meaningful learning experiences beyond the school day.

Through this public-private partnership, LAUSD operates the program, the City of Los Angeles provides crucial public support, and the nonprofit entity advocates for funding and resources. This shared commitment allows LAs BEST to provide high-quality enrichment activities that nurture academic growth, social-emotional well-being for students while also supporting working families across Los Angeles.

At LAs BEST, we believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual's unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued and celebrated. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Join us in our mission to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to thrive and contribute their best work. Your voice matters, and we invite you to bring your authentic self to our team.

Job Overview & Responsibilities

Reporting to the President & CEO,the Director of Marketing & Communications spearheads the development and implementation of comprehensive marketing and communications strategies in collaboration with LAs BESTs Development department and programmatic Directors. The Director of Marketing & Communications is responsible for crafting engaging content for external communications, including press releases and social media updates, while also overseeing the planning and execution of campaigns to drive donor engagement and event participation. Additionally, the Director of Marketing & Communications plays a key role in website management, media relations, and project coordination. Core responsibilities may include :

Strategy Development & Implementation (approximately 30%) :

• Collaborating with the Development department and programmatic Directors to design and implement comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that align with the organization's fundraising and program-related initiatives, including the creation of print collateral, web content, email campaigns, and social media outreach efforts.
• Spearheading the creation of key publications such as the annual report, acknowledgement letters, one-sheets, and other promotional materials to effectively showcase the organization's impact and initiatives.

Content Creation & Management (approximately 30%) :

Campaign Planning & Execution (approximately 20%) :

Coordination & Collaboration (approximately 20%) :

Core Competencies

Qualifications & Experience Requirements

Compensation

$89,270.00 - $138,369.00 per year; commensurate with experience.

Work Location

Currently, there is a hybrid work environment with three days per week required at the office in downtown Los Angeles. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required throughout the year. Candidates must also be able to travel to school sites and meetings / events within LA County on a semi-regular basis and have access to reliable and timely transportation.

Company Benefits

LAs BEST provides Employer paid medical, dental, & vision insurance for employees, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match after six months of continuous employment, paid time off, and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity

LAs BEST is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request (LAs BEST is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request).

How to Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and a work sample showcasing your communications expertise with your application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. We kindly ask that applicants do not contact employees of LAs BEST directly regarding the status of their application.