Marketing & Communications Manager

They will lead HCWS’s marketing and communications, working with the Development Director (DD) to create and execute strategies that advance the organization’s mission, grow awareness, and drive donor and community engagement. The MCM will be proud to own the day-to-day management of HCWS’s digital presence, content strategy, and brand. They must be confident adapting to the ever-changing world of digital marketing and bring a passion for creative storytelling and animal welfare. Lead HCWS’s community storytelling program — proactively identifying, capturing, and amplifying the stories of clients, animals, volunteers, and staff Build and maintain relationships with community partners, media contacts, and aligned organizations to extend HCWS’s reach and visibility Coordinate and represent HCWS at community outreach events, clinic open houses, and partner convenings Draft press releases, media pitches, and talking points; serve as a first point of contact for routine media inquiries in coordination with the DD Support donor stewardship efforts through impact communications, thank-you content, and recognition materials 3+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related field, with demonstrated ability to manage multi-channel programs Strong writing and editing skills across formats (social, email, web, print) Proficiency with social media platforms with an instinct for creating content that excites and connects with audiences Experience planning and managing content calendars across multiple channels Experience with email marketing platforms Proficiency with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite; ability to produce polished, on-brand visuals Comfort with marketing analytics; able to pull, interpret, and present data to improve results Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage others and translate real experiences into compelling content Highly organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Genuine passion for animal welfare, public engagement, and the HCWS mission