Join Our Amazing Team

Marketing & Communications Strategy

• Develop and execute an annual marketing and communications plan aligned with Bay Future’s strategic goals.

• Oversee branding consistency across all platforms and communications.

• Track and analyze performance metrics to measure campaign effectiveness and inform decisions.

Digital & Social Media

• Create and implement a social media strategy to increase community engagement and audience reach across platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, etc.).

• Develop and manage a content calendar featuring relevant news, partner updates, success stories, and economic development insights.

• Monitor social media trends and analytics, adjusting strategies to maximize engagement and visibility.

Website & Digital Presence

• Oversee the Bay Future website, including content updates, SEO optimization, and user experience improvements.

• Collaborate with web developers or vendors as needed for technical enhancements and maintenance.

Storytelling & Content Creation

• Identify, develop, and share stories that highlight Bay County’s economic development progress, investor success stories, and community impact.

• Write, edit, and manage a wide variety of content, including newsletters, press releases, blog posts, presentations, and marketing collateral.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to capture and share testimonials, case studies, and video content.

• Concept, shoot and produce custom videos.

Media Relations & Public Outreach

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local media and industry outlets.

• Draft media releases and coordinate media outreach for key announcements and events.

• Support the planning and promotion of Bay Future-hosted events and initiatives.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist with internal communications and board engagement materials.

• Support investor communications, including the development of impact reports and promotional materials.

• Represent Bay Future at public events, conferences, and community meetings as needed.

• Manage special projects when applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of marketing experience, preferably in nonprofit, economic development, or community-based organizations.

• Strong writing, storytelling, and editing skills.

• Proven experience managing social media and digital content.

• Proficiency with website content management systems like Squarespace, email marketing platforms, and graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Constant Contact).

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• $49,500 to $54,500 commensurate with experience

• Employer paid healthcare

• Generous PTO

• 14 paid holidays

• 401(k) match

• Professional development plan

• Flexible schedule opportunity

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the community

• Collaborative and dynamic work environment