Student - Marketing & Communications Assistant

Req Id: 42059

Job Title: Student - Marketing & Communications Assistant

City: Portage

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Marketing and Communications Assistant will provide support to the Director of Marketing and Communications, helping execute marketing, branding, public relations, and community outreach strategies. This role plays a vital part in increasing awareness of BGCGNWI programs, events, and initiatives, while also supporting membership recruitment, fundraising campaigns, and overall visibility across all communication platforms.

Hourly Wage: $12

Start Date: Fall 2026

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Social Media

• Assist in creating and scheduling social media posts across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter/X, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines.
• Collect and curate photos, videos, and stories from Club sites and events for use in marketing campaigns.
• Support in capturing, editing, and organizing multimedia content (photography and videography) for digital and print use.

Marketing & Branding Support

• Help implement brand standards across all Club communications and visuals.
• Assist with the development of marketing materials such as flyers, newsletters, banners, brochures, and email campaigns.
• Coordinate distribution of promotional materials including direct mailers, handouts, and Club signage.

Event & Campaign Support

• Support the planning and execution of marketing efforts tied to Club events, recruitment campaigns, and fundraising initiatives.
• Assist with logistics and marketing tasks related to special events and community outreach (e.g., event photography, setting up promotional displays, managing RSVP lists).
• Provide administrative and creative support during cause-related marketing efforts.

Communications & Public Relations

• Support internal communications efforts, helping to ensure staff are informed of marketing initiatives and updates.
• Maintain and update media contact lists and assist with preparing press releases or media kits when needed.
• Monitor social media and local media outlets for mentions, trends, and engagement opportunities.

Administrative & Strategic Support

• Help track performance metrics related to digital campaigns, membership outreach, and community engagement.
• Organize and maintain digital asset library (photos, videos, graphics).
• Assist with vendor coordination (e.g., printers, photographers, media partners).
• Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute creative ideas to enhance outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• An approved participant in the federal work study program at our partnership schools
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Canva or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Experience with social media platforms, Mailchimp, or other digital marketing tools is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Passion for youth development and community engagement.

Work Environment

• Requires occasional evening or weekend availability for events or time-sensitive campaigns.
• May involve travel between Club sites and event locations.

Location: 3691 Willowcreek Road, Portage, Indiana 46368

Education

• PNW Work-Study Student

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Posting Start Date: 5/6/26