Marketing & School Program Coordinator
This hybrid role is ideal for a creative and highly organized professional who is passionate about arts, education, and community impact. The position plays a critical role in elevating PRAA’s visibility while ensuring the successful coordination of afterschool music and arts programming.
Position Overview
PRAA is seeking a Marketing & School Program Coordinator to support both the organization’s digital storytelling efforts and in-school arts programming at one of our key 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) partner schools.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with planning and scheduling content across PRAA’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn).
- Capture photo and video content from programs, events, and school sites
- Create engaging posts, reels, and stories that highlight student impact and cultural programming
- Design marketing materials such as flyers, email blasts, and digital content.
- Support email marketing campaigns and newsletters, as needed
- Maintain a content calendar aligned with PRAA programs and events
- Ensure brand consistency across all communications
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Communications, Arts Administration, Education, or a related field
- 1–3 years of experience in social media management, marketing, or program coordination
- Strong skills in content creation, including photo/video capture and basic editing
- Capable understanding of design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortability working in schools, youth programs, or community-based organizations is strongly preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends in alignment with event needs
Work Environment
This is primarily an in-person full-time role with responsibilities at PRAA’s main campus (3000 N Elbridge, Chicago, IL) and some opportunities for remote work depending on project needs and availability.
Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and (if available) a portfolio or examples of social media or design work to: Adrian@praachicago.org