Marketing & Communications Assistant - Temporary Employee

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

First Book - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Washington, DC

Social Assistance

About the position

The Marketing & Communications Assistant position at First Book is a temporary role focused on supporting the organization's mission to provide educational resources to children in need. The role involves content creation, social media management, and video production, requiring strong creative skills and a passion for social change.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing and copyediting content, creating original pieces and updating existing materials.
• Create social media content, including writing posts and designing images and videos.
• Design graphics using Canva and manage content on WordPress.
• Utilize basic HTML skills and knowledge of SEO best practices to enhance online content.
• Synthesize and paraphrase findings into compelling stories for various platforms.
• Support partnership initiatives with companies like LEGO and Build-A-Bear Workshop.
• Create and edit videos to showcase the impact of First Book's work.
• Manage the digital media library and ensure consistent updates across all platforms.

Requirements

• Strong writing and copyediting skills.
• Experience in social media content creation and management.
• Proficiency in Canva for graphic design.
• Familiarity with WordPress and basic HTML.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively across teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in video creation and editing.
• Familiarity with content marketing best practices.
• Understanding of branding and corporate positioning.

Benefits

• Hourly wage of $20.
• Reimbursement for commuting costs during the temporary position.