Communications Coordinator

Job Posting: Communications Coordinator

Location: NoHo, New York, NY

Status: Full-time, Hybrid (3 days in office/week)

Salary: $66,300 (Annual)

Reports to: Communications Manager

Cave Canem is a nonprofit organization committed to cultivating the artistic and professional growth of Black poets. Founded by artists for artists, Cave Canem fosters community across the diaspora to enrich the field by facilitating a nurturing space to learn, experiment, create, and present. Cave Canem develops thoughtful audiences for Black voices that have worked and are working in the craft of poetry.

We seek a Communications Coordinator who will play a hands-on role in shaping Cave Canem’s presence across social media, email, print, and press. The Communications Coordinator reports to the Communications Manager and will provide graphic design and administrative support to the Communications Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Communications Manager in developing graphic materials, such as brand assets, event fliers, posters, print collateral, merchandise, social media content, and website materials using Adobe Suite.
• Aid in the execution of Cave Canem’s communication strategy and editorial calendar across all platforms, including social media, Mailchimp, print, website, press releases, electronic calendar postings, YouTube, media outreach, etc.
• Ideate, develop, write, and edit content consistent with Cave Canem’s brand identity and voice for digital channels.
• Identify and cultivate media and institutional relationships for cross-promotional opportunities.
• Support the maintenance of Cave Canem’s digital photo and A/V recording databases and archives.
• Coordinate data collection and generate analytics reports across social media management tools, Mailchimp, and digital platforms.
• Support in-person events by documenting programs on social media and engaging with digital audiences during events.
• Support bookkeeping processes for the department, including the processing of invoices and pay requests.
• Assist the Communications Manager as and when needed with the scope of their work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of experience supporting a communications, marketing, or creative function;
• 1-3 years of professional graphic design experience using Adobe Creative Cloud;
• experience with workflow management tools such as Asana;
• experience with setting up design and product files for print;
• experience with copywriting, copyediting, proofreading, press releases, direct email marketing, campaign development, and social media best practices;
• exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines;
• knowledge of the Microsoft Office product suite and G Suite;
• effective communicator with good interpersonal skills;
• investment in the creation of a positive work environment;
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

To apply for the Communications Coordinator position, please complete the online application form at https://tinyurl.com/fjndwucr. You will be asked to provide your resume, a graphic design portfolio, and the names and contact information for two professional references. Applications submitted without all materials will not be reviewed. Applications will be accepted until May 1, 2026.

Cave Canem Foundation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cave Canem Foundation, Inc. is committed to building a culturally diverse community, and strongly encourages applications from BIPOC candidates.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 15 days of paid vacation + 3 personal days
• 9 paid holidays + paid sabbatical each July
• 401(k) employer contribution
• Employer paid life insurance