Communications Specialist (49225)

Are you looking to make a difference in the world?

Looking to take the next step in your career with an impactful organization helping people?

Join AFTD, the leading organization dedicated to ending the most common dementia under 60, known as FTD. We help families affected today, and drive research to bring hope for the future. Our work to bring about a world without FTD is only missing your passion and your expertise. AFTD is growing rapidly, with a greater ability to offer help for those affected than ever before. Join us today to make a difference for families affected by FTD, across the United States and beyond.

Job Purpose

The Communications Specialist is responsible for the development, creation, and visual alignment of written and digital content to expand AFTD's impact, reach, and community engagement.

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Graphic Design & Content Manager, the Communications Specialist will collaborate with AFTD staff to ensure the timely promotion of FTD awareness and AFTD resources. They are responsible for writing, editing, and proofreading various AFTD materials, while also assisting in the creation of digital graphics, email journeys, and high-impact PowerPoint presentations.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions

• Content & Copywriting: In accordance with AP and AFTD's style guides, write, edit, and proofread engaging content for AFTD emails, newsletters, blogs, website pages, and other publications.
• Graphic Assistance & Visual Assets: Assist in the creation and formatting of digital graphics, marketing collateral, and PowerPoint presentations, ensuring all materials align strictly with AFTD's visual brand guidelines.
• Email Journeys: Set up, design, and execute email journeys using Marketing Cloud. Work across departments to draft and format email content.
• Newsletters: Assist in the content creation, layout, and cross-departmental coordination for the weekly Help & Hope newsletter and other strategic publications.
• Webinars & Multimedia Support: Prepare presentation slides, manage tech logistics, and coordinate with presenters to run Zoom webinars. Manage staff tasks according to the webinar SOP.
• Proofreading & Quality Control: Serve as a primary proofreader for department deliverables, applying an exceptional eye for detail, grammar, and brand consistency.

Other Job Functions

• Assist in maintaining and updating AFTD's website content and digital assets in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Assist the team by using tools like Meltwater to track FTD-related stories, draft media pitches, and conduct outreach.
• Other duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the team and broader organization.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position is an individual contributor and does not have any supervisory responsibilities.