Graphic Designer - First Commerce Credit Union
Tallahassee, FL
About the Job
GENERAL SUMMARY:
This position's main purpose is to help First Commerce fulfill our Vision to Empower Generations and Transform Communities. This is achieved through delivering Remarkable Member Service as defined by our Service Standards as well as building and maintaining strong member relationships through identification of member's financial needs and effectively recommending appropriate products and services to meet those needs.
As a member of the Marketing Team, the Community Engagement Coordinator will identify and develop community relationships that drive awareness of the First Commerce brand. Primarily, this position will work with partners and team members to plan, promote and manage First Commerce events to achieve defined measures of success within the communities we serve. Additionally, this position will help create messaging and visually appealing marketing materials that are consistent with the First Commerce brand.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Increase credit union visibility and engagement in target markets by organizing and managing brand-consistent events on behalf of the credit union, including staffing, budgeting, catering and coordination with community partners - both internal team member events and external.
- Conduct research and provide recommendations for events, partnerships and other opportunities based on community interests and needs that align with FCCU strategic objectives.
- Define goals, execution plan and desired outcomes for events that support strategic objectives; provide post-event analysis that includes key outcomes such as achievement of goals, action items for follow-up and recommendations for future events.
- Identify, develop and maintain relationships with key community partners and organizations across FCCU markets that enable the credit union to capitalize on timely and relevant opportunities that make an impact in the communities we serve and further promote the brand.
- Manage community outreach efforts, including following up on sponsorship and donation requests, coordinating volunteer efforts, ensuring fulfillment of sponsorship deliverables and maximizing exposure.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external audiences to support strategic objectives through events and ensure consistent brand and message delivery.
- Design marketing and promotional materials in both digital and print formats.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience planning and managing events and budgets, as well as defining and measuring desired strategic outcomes.
- Superior communication skills - written and verbal with attention to detail.
- Public speaking - Ability to develop and provide presentations to groups of different sizes.
- Work some nights and weekends to manage or participate in credit union community events. Willingness to travel to different markets as needed.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams both digitally and in-person.
- Experience working in different social media platforms (primarily Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn).
- Some graphic design experience using Canva, a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment with high competency.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Well organized and detail oriented.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, or Public Relations.
- A minimum of 3+ years of experience working in event planning, conference management, community engagement, and/or public relations field.
- Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving history.
BENEFITS:
- We are pleased to offer our team members:
- Competitive annual salary (to be disclosed to candidates meeting minimum qualifications)
- Health, dental, vision, disability, life, and pet insurance options with generous company sponsorship which includes free 24/7 mental & behavioral telehealth coverage
- Two (2) weeks paid time off (this increases to 3, 4, and 5 weeks with additional years of service)
- One (1) week sick leave (this increases to 2 weeks with additional years of service)
- Eleven (11) paid holidays, one (1) personal floating holiday, and paid volunteer time
- 401k with up to 4% employer match, vested from your first day on the job
- Eco-friendly cash bonus for carpooling, biking, or using public transportation
- Professional development programs, scholarships, and internal committee leadership opportunities
- Charitable contribution matching
- Exclusive rewards and discounts on things like movie tickets, travel, shopping, and more
- Referral incentives for mortgage products and recruitment
- Fun perks in the office with a company culture where you are more than just a number
If you think you'd be a good fit, we'd love to see you apply!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.