Communications Coordinator

The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is looking for a high-energy, focused individual for its communications work. The ideal candidate will be eager to serve the members of a premier state-wide non-profit trade association through their ability to impactfully inform and engage members, the media, and others on behalf of WBA and all its subsidiaries. Limited travel and overnights required.

• Create informative and timely written member content in a wide variety of mediums, including digital & print publications, video, and website management for WBA and its subsidiaries.
• Plan and direct the Association’s regular internal and external written communications and earned media efforts. This includes preparing press releases, talking points, etc.
• Serve as a writer and editor for all WBA publications to guarantee all content is accurate, publication-ready, and published in a timely manner.
• Work with WBA’s advocacy, education, and member services areas on consistent messaging and brand awareness for public policy, trade conferences, and other projects.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with journalists and media outlets, as well as the communications staff at larger member institutions.
• Prepare detailed communications/media activity reports for boards, committees and management staff.
• Provide communications and other support, including financial literacy project management work and website support, to the Executive Director of the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation.
• Provide communications support to WBA subsidiaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Vice President and General Counsel.

• Strong communication, writing, editing, and presentation skills; knowledge of AP Stylebook
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to craft a message and generate earned media
• Ability to learn software; strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Teams
• Knowledge of and proficiency in various software including Adobe InDesign, Word Press, Microsoft Office Suite, and Mailchimp
• Minimum 2 years of experience in communications, journalism, writing, or similar field

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud apps such as Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
• Enjoys managing varying responsibilities and multi-tasking
• Strong relationship-building skills

• Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk, bend, kneel, twist, stand, and/or sit for an extended period.