Communications & Marketing Specialist Job at Vanguard Development Collective, Birmingham, AL

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  • Vanguard Development Collective
  • Birmingham, AL

Job Description

About the Role:

Vanguard Economic Development is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Communications & Marketing Specialist to elevate the organization’s storytelling, brand voice, and public engagement. This person will manage marketing campaigns, content calendars, and communications strategies that amplify the impact of our entrepreneurship and small-business programs.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and manage communications plans aligned with program milestones and outcomes
  • Oversee brand storytelling, newsletters, and social media content calendars
  • Coordinate press, media, and community partnerships
  • Manage vendors (graphic designers, videographers, printers, etc.)
  • Support the design and distribution of marketing and program materials
  • Collaborate with the internal team to capture success stories and key metrics

What We’re Looking For

  • 3–5 years of marketing, communications, or public-relations experience
  • Strong writing, editing, and content-management skills
  • Experience creating digital and print materials
  • Familiarity with community or economic-development storytelling is a plus
  • Google Workspace proficiency (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)
  • Self-starter who thrives in creative, collaborative environments

Why Join Us

At Vanguard Economic Development, we believe in the power of storytelling to drive inclusive growth. You’ll help shape how our mission is seen and shared while contributing to meaningful economic impact across the communities we serve.

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