Job details
Salary $40,000 - $50,000 a year job type full-time
Full job description
Edge (edgemm.com) is seeking a u.sBased communications coordinator to join our 100% remote team of creative and technical “unicorns” based in the beautiful, beardy and beer-y (is that a word?) pacific northwest.
In this role, the communications coordinator will execute and monitor communication strategies for both internal and external stakeholdersThis role involves creating marketing materials and content such as social media posts, blog posts, website content, and email marketing as well as assisting the client services & strategy manager with marketing strategy ideation and executionThe communications coordinator will create and maintain a strong online presence for edge as well as contribute to a variety of client communications plans, strategies and fulfillment.
Responsibilities communications & promotion strategy
Create, develop and implement communication strategies both internally and for clients
Stay up to date on industry trends and make recommendations for adjustments to communications strategies and practices
Research audience preferences, discover and refine necessary target audiences and provide recommendations and input on communication strategies to effectively reach those audiences
Keyword vetting & meta description copy for blog posts
Assist communications team in developing and implementing communications strategies designed to further company and client objectives
Assist and collaborate on edge and client promotion & advertising opportunities
Assist with the writing and distribution of press releases
Work with the client services & strategy manager to strategically expand edge’s online presence
Ensure that all promotional and marketing materials meet the company’s brand identity strategy
Encourage co-workers to promote edge content in a cohesive and beneficial way
Provide fulfillment for edge marketing initiatives with third party partners and meet deadlines
Content & copywriting
Write a variety of content to support communications and marketing efforts, including copy for email, website, marketing collateral, social media and press releases
Provide copy, image sourcing/optimization and design for case studies
Write copy for blog posts that exhibits thought leadership in areas of company expertise
Email creation & strategy
Develop and plan ongoing email marketing strategies and email campaigns
Collaborate with the martech team to craft marketing automation big picture plan and strategies
Create, develop, and implement customer journey strategies for marketing automation
Create, develop and work with martech team to implement workflow strategy for marketing automation
Create email copy and visuals as well as provide visually appealing formatting
Curate images and optimize for best online performance
Analyze email performance data and adjust accordingly to improve impact
Social media
Own all edge social media in creating visuals, copy and posting
Consult with clients on social media strategy, implementation and fulfillment
Create engaging text, image and video content
Design posts to sustain readers’ curiosity and create buzz around new products and services
Oversee all social media accounts visual impact and layout
Collaborate on social media strategy and content calendar development for edge and for clients
Analyze social media performance & adjust accordingly to improve impact and engagement
Keep up with social media trends and platforms, implementing new ideas and concepts as necessary
Facilitate online conversations, monitor, and respond to queries
Report on online reviews and feedback from customers and fans
Develop an optimal posting schedule, considering web traffic and customer engagement metrics
Suggest new ways to attract prospective customers, like promotions and competitions
Consult on reputation management both internally and for clients
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, english, public relations, journalism or related field
A minimum of 2-3 years experience working in a marketing or communications position
Superior time management and organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
An analytical mind and ability to think critically
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Familiar with ms word, excel and powerpoint
Capable of creating visually compelling and engaging visuals
Familiar with asana, airtable, and/or other project management software
Knowledgeable of google apps (drive, docs, sheets, slides, etc)
Knowledge of email marketing software such as constant contact, campaign monitor or a similar program
Proven knowledge of communications and marketing ethics and best practices
A solid understanding of effective marketing techniques
Marketing automation knowledge is a plus
About edge
Remote since our inception, edge was established in 2001 and is celebrating 20 years in businessWe partner with marketing teams in a variety of industries all over the united states including credit unions, home builders, home improvement, retail and non-profits.
We have a small team of seasoned experts and offer a fun, dynamic, engaging and creative work environmentWe are passionate about our local community, the pacific northwest, craft beer, music and the great outdoorsOur values focus on people, performance and partnership.
We go beyond whenever possible to serve our clients and each otherAnd, we look for these same attributes in the teams and individuals we align ourselves with, both internally and externallyEdge is growing, with opportunities for upward mobility and having lots of fun with a great team throughout your journey.
Hours and location
You’ll be working from home, but, living on the west coast, or being willing to work west coast hours is preferredLiving within an hour from portland is a huge bonus - we love to hang out as a team, get our families together and enjoy the occasional beer in zack’s back yard.
40 hours a week with flextime availablePreferred work schedule is m-f between 7am-6pm pst with flexibility as to start-stop times.
Salary & benefits package
Everyone at edge works from a home-based office (and always has, so we’re very well set up for it operationally)This provides incredible flexibility, removes painful commute time and minimizes our collective carbon footprint.
We offer a robust compensation package, with approximately 5 weeks of paid time off starting the first year, as well as other benefits with further tenure.
Full time (40 hours per week) benefits include:
80 hours of paid time off, prorated based on start datePaid time off is not accrual, meaning you don’t have to wait for it to build up in order to use it.
Extra week of paid time off after five years of employment (120 hours per year)
Eligible for a sabbatical (4 consecutive weeks off) after seven years of employment and then every 5 years thereafter
Extra week of paid time off at 8 years of employment (160 hours per year)
Approximately one week paid time off during the week between christmas and new years when edge closes for the holiday break (exact amount of time varies year-to-year based on how dates fall on the calendar with the holidays)
11 paid holidays
40 hours of paid health & wellness time per year (to take care of yourself and/or a loved one)
$85 per month phone allowance
Company provided equipment, including a macbook pro, monitor(s), keyboard/mouse
$100 office chair stipend (you keep the chair!)
100% company paid medical, rx (regence silver 3000 or regence silver hsa 3500) and dental insurance (principal) for all full-time employeesOptional employee paid vision (vsp) and family benefits offered.
4% matching 401kEdge matches 100% of employee contributions up to 4% of salary.
Total cash compensation range: $40,000 - $50,000+ per year which includes base salary and bonuses combinedBase salary depends on experience.
Eligible for benefits and bonuses after 90 day probationary period.
Limitations and disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the positionAll job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilitiesSome requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employeesThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this positionEmployees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state lawsRequirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilitiesTo perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficientlyContinued employment remains on an “at-will” basisEqual opportunity employer.
