Director of Communications & Marketing

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Montgomery, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advertising, Advertising and PR, Analysis Skills, Audiovisual, Brand Marketing (Branding), Budget Management, Budgeting, Campaigns, Conferences, Content Development, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Cross-Functional, Digital Media, Direct Mail, Email Campaign, Email Marketing, Financial Management, Focus Groups, Fundraising, Fundraising Campaign, Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Marketing/Sales Collateral, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Newsletter, Online Marketing, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Press Releases, Printers, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Promotional Programs, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Publications, Research Skills, Resource Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Target Marketing, Time Management, User Documentation, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Website Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Montgomery, AL
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Director of Communications & Marketing

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING
MONTGOMERY, AL

The Director of Communications & Marketing provides strategic leadership for all marketing, communications, public relations, advertising, and branding initiatives for a statewide association serving more than 19,000 members. This executive-level position is responsible for developing and implementing integrated communication strategies that strengthen member engagement, increase brand awareness, support advocacy efforts, and generate non-dues revenue while advancing the Association's mission and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy that supports the Association's goals, programs, services, and advocacy initiatives.
  • Lead all public relations, media relations, advertising, branding, and communications efforts across print, digital, social media, and emerging platforms.
  • Create and manage the annual Communications & Marketing department budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility.
  • Serve as editor of all Association publications, maintaining consistent messaging, editorial quality, and brand standards.
  • Direct the planning, writing, design, and distribution of a weekly electronic newsletter reaching more than 27,000 subscribers.
  • Oversee the creation and production of all internal and external communications, including:
    • Press releases
    • Marketing collateral
    • Advocacy campaigns
    • Fundraising campaigns
    • Audio-visual presentations
    • Print publications
    • Digital communications
    • Social media content
  • Manage the Association's website strategy, content development, and ongoing maintenance to ensure timely, accurate, and engaging communications.
  • Develop and execute targeted branding and marketing campaigns that increase awareness of the Association, its programs, and member benefits.
  • Lead the design and execution of advocacy and fundraising campaigns utilizing email marketing, direct mail, and digital communication strategies.
  • Manage and grow the Association's sponsorship program, cultivating relationships that generate significant non-dues revenue.
  • Support the planning, promotion, and execution of Association meetings, conferences, special events, and fundraising activities.
  • Conduct member research through surveys, focus groups, and other feedback tools to assess member needs, evaluate programs, and guide strategic communication initiatives.
  • Write, edit, and produce high-quality content for a variety of audiences and communication channels.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors, agencies, designers, printers, and other marketing partners to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely project delivery.
  • Regularly present communications strategies, marketing initiatives, budgets, and campaign results to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
  • Ensure consistency in messaging and visual identity across all communications while protecting and strengthening the Association's brand.
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience leading strategic communications, marketing, public relations, and branding initiatives.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Strong project management and organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Experience overseeing budgets, vendor relationships, and cross-functional projects.
  • Demonstrated success in digital marketing, website management, email marketing, social media strategy, and content development.
  • Experience managing sponsorships, fundraising campaigns, or revenue-generating marketing initiatives preferred.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with members, leadership, media representatives, and external stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with strong leadership, creativity, and analytical skills.

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