Job Opportunities

Communications Coordinator
Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt 

Hours: 40

Schedule: Hybrid in-office/virtual schedule

Reports To: Executive Director

Salary: $46,000 - $50,000

About WITS: 

Writers in the Schools (WITS) believes storytelling reveals our truest selves and that creativity prepares young people for successful futures. Our mission is to connect children and youth with professional writers and spoken word artists to unlock the joy and power of storytelling and creative expression. We envision a world in which all young people possess the skills and confidence to share their stories, experiences, and ideas with the world.

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Role Summary:

Writers in the Schools (WITS) seeks a Communications Coordinator to play a central role in shaping and sharing the organization’s public voice. This position is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented communications professional with excellent writing skills and a strong interest in digital storytelling, arts education, and community engagement. ​The Communications Coordinator is responsible for executing day-to-day communications across platforms—social media, email, website, and promotional materials—while collaborating closely with program and development staff to ensure alignment with organizational goals. The role offers a meaningful opportunity for growth in strategy, campaign planning, and brand development. ​Success in this role will be measured by consistent, high-quality content delivery; increased engagement across digital platforms; and effective promotion of WITS programs, events, and initiatives.

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Core Focus Areas:

• Storytelling: Bring the WITS story to life through compelling written and visual content that reflects a clear, consistent brand voice. 

• Community Connection: Strengthen relationships with students, families, artists, donors, partners, and the broader Houston arts community through thoughtful, engaging communications.

• Organizational Growth: Use digital communications to support program participation, audience development, and fundraising efforts.

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Key Responsibilities:

Campaign Planning & Coordination:

• Develop a comprehensive annual communications plan with support from ED, development and program teams

• Support the planning and execution of communications strategies for major programs and initiatives, including the Houston Youth Poet Laureate program, workshops, and public events

• Collaborate with program and development teams to ensure messaging alignment and timely promotion

• Collaborate with the development team to support fundraising campaigns through digital storytelling, email communications, and donor-facing content

Content Creation & Management:

• Create promotional materials such as flyers, graphics, newsletters, and short-form written content

• Capture and edit photography and video content for events and programs, for promotional and archival use

• Use emerging tools (including AI-assisted platforms) to support efficient, ethical content creation while maintaining WITS’ voice and values
   

Digital & Social Media Management:

• Manage WITS’ social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), including content posting, audience engagement, and basic analytics tracking

• Maintain a strategic social media calendar using a publishing platform (e.g., Hootsuite)

• Assist with production of the monthly e-newsletter via Mailchimp, including writing, editing, and graphic creation

• Update and maintain website content to reflect current programs, events, and resources
   

Event Promotion:

• Promote application cycles, workshops, readings, and public events through coordinated digital outreach

• Assist with on-site or evening event support as needed
   

Qualifications:

Required:

• Exceptional writing and editing skills

• Demonstrated experience managing social media for an organization or brand

• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events
   

Preferred:

• 2+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or related work (nonprofit or arts experience a plus)

• Experience with email marketing platforms and basic analytics

• Familiarity with graphic design tools such as Canva or similar

• Photography and/or video experience

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
   

Benefits:

WITS offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; and life insurance. Full-time staff receive 22 personal time off days per calendar year, along with a robust paid holiday schedule.

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Thinking of Applying?

If this role excites you but you don’t meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. We value curiosity, growth, and alignment with our mission as much as specific credentials.

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following as one combined PDF to mail@witshouston.org:

• A cover letter introducing yourself and explaining how your experience aligns with WITS

• A résumé or CV

• A brief bulleted list of relevant communications or marketing accomplishments or a sample of communications or marketing work

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Application deadline: Friday, January 16, 2026