Are you a creative professional with sharp attention to detail, dynamic graphic design experience, and exceptional communication skills? AYS is looking for a talented Communications Manager to elevate our voice across digital platforms, media, and stakeholder communications. With opportunities to create compelling content, lead event planning, manage social media, and support marketing campaigns, your expertise will help shape the future of the AYS brand for years to come. Apply now and help us make a meaningful impact on Central Indiana families! 

Program Operations

• Produce and curate content/messaging for social media, e-newsletters, blogs, and internal/external stakeholder communications via multiple platforms
• Develop and implement monthly social media strategy, and manage all social accounts
• Facilitate program requests for event materials, flyers, signage, and other items
• Visit afterschool programs to gather media for social media and marketing collateral
• Manage interdepartmental documentation projects
• Coordinate and ensure all mass external communications meet AYS brand standards
• Facilitate branded material orders 
• Lead event planning for stakeholder events
• Assist Director of Marketing & Communications as needed

Leadership

• Serve as the initial and principal voice where appropriate in general public relation efforts
• Provide functional guidance/support to Marketing & Communications Intern
• Crosstrain various departments on communications best practices
• Uphold the AYS brand by exhibiting professionalism and empathy

Administrative

• Attend and participate in scheduled team meetings
• Represent AYS at community events
• Visit and assist at program sites monthly, and as necessary
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications and one (1) to three (3) years of experience in a related field
• Proficient with Mailchimp or similar email marketing platform
• Proficient with Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Canva or similar graphic design platform preferred
• Experience with website management platforms a plus
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite a plus
• Experience with photography/videography and editing a plus