Communications Manager

Project: Look Listen and Learn (LL+L) is a nonprofit media organization that creates programming that inspires and advances early learning. We feature the brilliance of Black, Indigenous children, families, and educators of color for everyone to experience. The content is anchored in research about what works best to promote school readiness, success, racial and radical joy. 

Position Information

  • Contract position: 30 hrs. per week

  • This position is a flexible, independent contractor, grant-funded position

  • Local candidates only, applicants residing outside of King, Pierce, or Snohomish counties will not be considered

  • COVID-19 Precautions: Remote interview process, virtual meetings

  • Compensation: $30/hour

  • Position begins: Immediately

Position open until filled.

LL+L is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people of color and those who are committed to forwarding racial justice to apply.

Position Summary
LL+L will hire an enthusiastic, self-reliant, efficient, trustworthy, and accountable Communications Manager. They will execute effective promotional strategies, assist with campaign development and analyze effective marketing avenues to reach the target audience. They will also handle many elements of media relations as well as establish the LL+L brand and maintain the brand's image. This position will work closely with other key staff and play an important role in building and engaging our community through electronic and social media. This position is virtual.


Description of Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop annual media and communications marketing plan and calendar  

  • Prepare and distribute newsletter, manage website, and social media outlets

  • Co-create, illustrate, prepare copy for events, production and development materials, media kit, and press releases

  • Collaborate with Evaluation Team for research/focus groups

  • Oversee all digital content and manage communications team and interns 

  • Analyze marketing data/trends to determine recommendations to enhance reach

  • Increase LL+L's brand and impact

  • Research/identify print, television or radio advertising opportunities

Desired Experience and Qualifications

  • BA degree in marketing communications and/or marketing communications experience

  • Experience with multicultural media strategies

  • Keen eye for accuracy and editing

  • Strong organization and prioritization skills

  • Excellent analytical, communication, writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to develop work plans and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment. 


Application Materials
-Cover letter & Resume
-Provide 2-3 references
-2-3 pieces of marketing materials that highlight your experience

Please send all application materials to ep@looklistenandlearn.org with Communications in the subject line.