About the Role
The Equity & Inclusion Cabinet is seeking a Communications Manager to lead strategic communications, media relations, and digital content development. This role requires a versatile communicator adept at writing, graphic design, and digital strategy, managing multiple priorities, and ensuring brand consistency in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute communication plans aligned with the Cabinet’s mission.
- Write and edit press releases, talking points, media advisories, and marketing materials.
- Support media relations by managing press outreach, tracking coverage, and coordinating media opportunities.
- Develop and maintain content calendars for social media, email marketing, and website updates.
- Oversee website content management and ensure accessibility and accuracy.
- Lead social media strategy and content creation, ensuring alignment with the City’s brand.
- Manage email marketing campaigns and digital outreach efforts.
- Design reports, presentations, social media graphics, and branded materials using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Assist in planning and executing video and multimedia storytelling projects.
- Ensure brand consistency and visual cohesion across all materials and platforms.
- Track progress on key communications projects, managing deadlines and deliverables effectively.
- Maintain organized workflows to streamline content production and approval processes.
- Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure the timely execution of communication initiatives.
Requirements
- Four (4) years of experience in communications, public relations, graphic design, or digital marketing.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field required.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with prior experience drafting public-facing materials.
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Canva.
- Experience managing website updates via Drupal, WordPress, or other CMS platforms (preferred but not required).
- Familiarity with social media strategy, email marketing, and video production.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives and meet deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate in a team environment, engage with stakeholders, and adapt to shifting priorities.
- BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED
Skills
- Writing
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Media Relations
- Content Development
- Drupal
- WordPress
- CMS platforms
- Social Media Strategy
- Email Marketing
- Video Production
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Canva
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Project Management
- Organizational Skills
Location
- Boston
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 4 years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
About the Company
- The Equity & Inclusion Cabinet is dedicated to advancing equity and inclusion.
- Learn about the Equity & Inclusion Cabinet at boston.gov/equity.
