Marketing and Communications Associate

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND: 

Central California Asthma Collaborative (CCAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing health equity and environmental justice by empowering Central California communities through services, research, advocacy, and data-driven solutions to reduce the burden of asthma. CCAC has 50+ full-time employees and six offices in Central California communities from Bakersfield to Sacramento.   

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Marketing and Communications Associate supports CCAC’s marketing and outreach efforts by creating compelling content across social media, video, print materials, and web platforms. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys storytelling through visuals and digital media, understands how to create community-centered communications, and is passionate about environmental health and nonprofit impact. 

The ideal candidate is a strong content creator who can produce social media graphics, short-form video, flyers, and other collateral, while also helping maintain website content and support campaign visibility. This position works closely with the Marketing Communications Manager and plays an important role in helping CCAC connect with the community in meaningful and accessible ways. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Content Creation and Management:  

• Support communications that reflect CCAC’s values of health equity, community engagement, and environmental awareness 

• Help create outreach materials that are culturally responsive and accessible to diverse audiences 

• Contribute creative ideas for campaigns, storytelling, and public awareness efforts 

Social Media Content Creation:  

• Create engaging content for CCAC’s social media platforms, including graphics, captions, reels, short videos, and campaign assets 

• Assist with planning, scheduling, and publishing content across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other channels as needed 

• Help maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across digital platforms 

• Support development of content calendars and campaign concepts 

• Engage with our online community by responding to comments, messages, and inquiries in a thoughtful and timely manner. 

Video Content & Digital Storytelling: 

• Create and edit short-form video content for social media, events, campaigns, and outreach initiatives 

• Capture photo and video content at community events, meetings, workshops, and organizational activities as needed 

• Edit interviews, event highlights, testimonials, and promotional videos 

• Add captions, branding, and basic motion graphics where appropriate 

Graphic Design & Collateral Development:  

• Design flyers, posters, outreach materials, presentations, social media graphics, and other print/digital collateral 

• Use Canva and Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop, to create polished, audience-friendly materials 

• Prepare files for both print and digital distribution 

• Ensure content is visually appealing, clear, accessible, and aligned with CCAC branding 

Website Support:  

• Assist with updating website content, event pages, blog posts, graphics, and resource materials 

• Make basic website edits and content updates in WordPress or coordinate updates as needed 

Administrative & Team Support:  

• Organize digital files, design templates, photos, and video assets 

• Track content deliverables, deadlines, and project updates 

• Support additional communications and outreach efforts as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or related field required  

• 1+ years of experience in marketing or communications, preferably in a non-profit, public health or community-focused organization  

• Experience creating content for social media platforms 

• Experience creating and editing short-form video content 

• Experience creating brochures, flyers, collateral materials, etc. 

• Demonstrated experience with basic graphic design tools such as Canva, Adobe CC: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign 

• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. 

• English and Spanish fluency preferred 

• Ability to work independently, cooperatively and responsibly in a fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, to respond to community and CCAC needs 

• Demonstrated commitment to community education, environmental and social justice 

• Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, reliability, flexibility and professionalism. 

• Demonstrated ability to be culturally competent in all respects 

CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Oral Communication: Excellent verbal communication and community building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. 

• Written Communication: Writes clearly; varies writing style to meet needs; presents data effectively; able to read and interpret written information; strong editing and storytelling skills. 

• Teamwork:  Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to other’s views; gives and welcomes feedback, contributing to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports staff’s efforts to succeed. 

• Innovation: Displays original thinking and creativity. Meets challenges with resourcefulness. Generate suggestions for improving work. Develop innovative approaches and ideas. 

• Professional Development: Willingness to complete all training and sustain professional network relations. Exhibits an interest in ongoing learning and takes advantage of opportunities for growth.   

TRAVEL 

Periodic travel in state (mostly in Central CA region in CCAC service territory and between our 6 offices) to meet with community partners, staff media events, join stakeholders and various conferences or trainings as needed; approximately 5% of the time. 

DRIVING AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 

Must possess a valid CADL and applicable CA mandated auto insurance 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Able to lift up to 20 (twenty) pounds.  

AUTHORITY AND SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: 

May supervise staff, volunteers and/or interns if the Marketing and Communications team grows.