Content Specialist

CONTENT SPECIALIST

Job Description

The below job description is not meant to encompass every task, skill or situation that may be encountered in this role. It is meant to give an overview of the necessary functions, skills and experiences needed to successfully perform the job. Each employee is expected to use LADD’s mission and The LADD Way to guide their performance. This job description may be modified as organizational needs dictate and changes will be discussed and documented.

Development, Marketing, and Community Engagement facilitates external resources and support that increase the capacity for the operations of LADD to support adults with developmental disabilities to live, work and connect.

Director of Development, Marketing and Community Engagement

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• Development Team
• Organizational Staff
• Individuals Served by LADD

• Donors
• Decision makers
• People with developmental disabilities and their families.

Full-time, Exempt

Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Development, Marketing and Community Engagement, the Content Specialist plays a vital role in planning, writing, and creating content that tells the story of LADD and the people served by LADD. The person in this role will be adept at producing high quality original content and share our brand narrative across a multitude of channels to drive audience engagement and meet marketing goals.

• Research, write and edit engaging copy, creating high quality communications which include but are not limited to:
• LADD newsletters, Magazines, and E-newsletters
• Grants & Report
• Annual Giving Letters and Annual Report
• Thank you letter templates
• Social Media Posts
• Press releases
• Quarterly Donor Reports
• Meet with people served by LADD, staff, families and community partners to collect stories and ideas to be used in multiple platform communications
• Coordinate work with graphic design, videographers, photographers to create print and electronic assets
• Work with Chief Development Officer and Department Administrator on crafting narrative for grant applications and reports.
• Ensure all content adheres to organization’s style guide.
• Draft event scripts and event video assets with input from Director Development Community Engagement and Marketing
• Collaborate with Director of Development Community Engagement and Marketing to align content development with overall marketing strategy to successfully achieve marketing goals.

• Advocate for the organization’s mission and programs, representing LADD to the public in a positive manner
• Models The LADD Way (TLW) and ensures performance is aligned with TLW and the policies and practices set for the department
• Maintain all relevant training and certifications
• Passion for our mission and enjoys working collaboratively to tell LADD’s stories
• 2 or more years of experience in marketing, communications, journalism or related field;
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required
• Exceptional writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.
• Computer competency specifically in proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Willingness and ability to learn other development and agency systems.

• Monday through Friday, typical office hours with occasional weekends/evenings as required
• Position is a hybrid position that is primarily remote, employee will need to be in person with subjects of stories for interviews, photoshoots, etc. Also requires in-person attendance at every other week team meeting. In-person requirements are in and around Hamilton County, Ohio
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.