Communications Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS® (GCAAR), one of the nation’s largest local real estate associations serving more than 12,000 members, is looking for a detail-oriented content marketing whiz to fill our communications coordinator role. Our desired candidate is adept at writing for multiple channels and publishing brief, compelling content efficiently and accurately for email, website, social media, and print communications. A background and interest in graphic design is a big bonus!

Reporting to the vice president of strategic communications, the role will be an integral part of the Communications team.

Key Responsibilities

• Write copy for newsletters/emails and social media
• Format newsletters and emails
• Update GCAAR website and social media channels, as needed
• Compile monthly digital analytics and email bounce reports
• Create and update flyers and other print collateral
• Design graphics using Canvas
• Keep TV screens and collateral in public areas up to date

Other Duties

• Assist with event logistics (as needed) and attend events, including some in the evenings
• Assist with the production of publications, including mailings, and manage mailing lists
• Assist with writing press releases or other media relations initiatives, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills (a writing test will be required)
• Some experience in posting to social media sites (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and X) and in using email marketing tools and website content management systems (CMS)
• Ability to balance multiple, time-sensitive assignments simultaneously and exercise sound judgment
• Self-motivated, organized, and highly resourceful team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with graphic design and ability to create graphics that support content
• Familiarity with/hands-on experience writing in Associated Press (AP) style

Qualifications

• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university in communications, journalism, public relations, or marketing
• One to three years of related work experience
• The salary range for this position is $50,000 – $55,000.

Applicants cannot hold an active real estate license. If you want to be considered for employment, you would have to put the license on “Inactive” status prior to employment.

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