Creative Content & Communications Coordinator

Who We Are

At the Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF), we are guided by both a strong sense of responsibility and a commitment to the well-being of our community. With a deep understanding of our region and the nimbleness to adapt as priorities shift, we respond quickly to Pasadena’s needs in ways that are impactful and meaningful. Our efforts ensure that resources go to strategic local efforts and effective organizations – whether they’re urgent, long-term, or something in between.

PCF is here to support and guide our community, whether that is meeting with a donor’s family, answering local nonprofit questions, or simply being a charitable resource. For us, it is about being reliable, compassionate, and staying focused on the long-term welfare of the greater Pasadena communities. With PCF, our donors and partners have a constant philanthropic guide who will help them make a positive impact built to last.

What We Do

For over 70 years, PCF has served the greater Pasadena area by building strong relationships with donors, offering exceptional stewardship of entrusted funds, and connecting donors to meaningful causes that enrich the community. With over $280 million in assets under management, of which over half are endowed, PCF provides diverse giving options and robust support for local nonprofits. Altogether, we manage over 450 funds created by philanthropic individuals, families, and visionary nonprofit agencies.

Our grants and programs make strategic investments to cultivate vibrant, inclusive communities by advancing cultural and educational enrichment, promoting social and economic well-being, and championing environmental stewardship and animal welfare. Since our founding in 1953, we have awarded more than $158.3 million in grants to nonprofit organizations, and remain dedicated to building a stronger, more vibrant community for Pasadena’s future.

In response to the tragic and devastating Eaton Fire in January 2025, PCF created the Eaton Fire Relief and Recovery Fund to provide flexible support to local nonprofit organizations as they respond to the impacted community. PCF activated quickly and began working with trusted nonprofit partners to provide immediate relief services such as food, shelter, rent assistance, emergency childcare, and medical care. We are committed to these efforts for the long term.

Simultaneously, PCF also established the Altadena Builds Back Foundation (ABBF) to focus on the long-term recovery of Altadena. The supporting organization assists in the leadership and funding of the rebuilding of Altadena through a community-centered process that reflects the strengths, opportunities, and priorities of those directly impacted by the disaster. The resources of ABBF are focused on the broad issue of housing, with priority to preserve the demographic, socioeconomic, and creative diversity that has always been woven into the fabric of Altadena.

LOCATION

This is a hybrid role based in the heart of Pasadena. PCF is located at 301 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 810, Pasadena, CA 91101.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Creative Content & Communications Coordinator supports the execution of PCF's marketing and communications strategies to enhance the foundation's visibility and philanthropic reach. This role drives the production of graphic design assets for both print and digital platforms, manages social media, executes email campaigns, and supports event promotion. The Creative Content & Communications Coordinator owns the day-to-day management of PCF's WordPress website, including backend administration, content updates, and troubleshooting technical issues as they arise. Additionally, this role ensures consistent brand messaging across all channels and contributes to storytelling efforts that highlight PCF's mission and community impact. This is a hands-on, production-focused role for a creative communicator who is equally comfortable behind a camera, in a design tool, and in a website backend.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and design digital and print content that supports PCF’s marketing and fundraising efforts, including newsletters, blog posts, donor stories, and promotional materials.
• Grow and manage PCF’s social media accounts by creating, scheduling, and monitoring engaging posts that reflect the foundation’s voice and mission.
• Assist in the promotion of events, including designing marketing materials and managing communications timelines. Assist with event planning and execution as needed.
• Track and report engagement metrics across platforms to inform content strategy and improve performance.

BACKGROUND PROFILE

Skills & Attributes:

• • Proficiency in graphic design, photography, video production, and audio editing, with hands-on experience shooting and editing original content for digital and print platforms.
  • Experience managing creative production and relationships with graphic design vendors, outside creative partners, key stakeholders, and internal team members.
  • Outstanding organizational and project management skills.
  • Exceptional visual communication skills, including strong design sensibility across formats.
  • Photography and video experience in a field or event setting, specifically shooting interviews, community stories, or events. [SA1]
  • Strong knowledge of social media platforms and the current digital media landscape.
  • Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
  • Consistent and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and WordPress, including backend administration and troubleshooting, and design platforms such as Canva and the Adobe Suite.
• Experience with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact or Mailchimp, including list management, campaign building, and basic performance reporting.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communication or equivalent work experience.

Extras:

• Familiarity with a CRM platform such as Salesforce, Blackbaud, or similar
• Basic motion graphics or animation skills, using tools like Adobe After Effects or Canva's animation features.
• Experience with podcast or long-form audio production, including recording, editing, and publishing.

Pasadena Community Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse team and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us.

Please include a cover letter with your resume.

• 100% paid medical/dental/vision coverage for employee
• Life insurance and short and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 15% employer contribution (no employee match required)
• PTO: 2 weeks of accrued vacation, 8 accrued sick leave, 12 paid holidays, and 2 personal floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Program (including 10-week sabbatical every 10 years of service)
• Paid parking space
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Employee Donation Matching Program

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