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Santa Fe Community Foundation

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Marketing & Communications Associate

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$56K - $66K/yr

Graphic design & video editing experience and/or familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite a plus See full and other ways to apply at -communications-associate Company Description Since 1981, the Santa ...

MELE Associates, Inc.

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Communications Systems Specialist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$95K/yr

MELE Associates is seeking a mission-driven Communications Systems Specialist to support NEST operations with classified computing and secure communications systems. The successful candidate will ...

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Sr Communications Rep

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$111K - $140K/yr

Corporate Communications Sr Communications Rep Salary Grade: G06 Minimum Midpoint Maximum $82,463 - $111,325 - $140,187 SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, participates in the development and ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications associate in New Mexico is $55,711.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,100.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A communications associate assists a marketing or advertising team with a variety of tasks. As a communications associate, you may be responsible for copywriting promotional materials, designing simple graphics, managing social media and outreach, launching email campaigns, researching media coverage, and promoting products. You also typically perform administrative duties as needed. Qualifications for this job include a mix of related skills and experience. Most employers require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a similar field. Completing internships at ad or marketing agencies helps to improve your career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communications associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Associate, you need strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and graphic design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is commonly expected. Attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure clear messaging, brand consistency, and effective engagement with target audiences across multiple channels.

What are some common challenges a communications associate faces when managing internal and external messaging?

Communications Associates often juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining message consistency challenging. They must adapt messaging for different audiences, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals while also responding quickly to emerging issues or feedback. Collaborating across departments is key, as information often needs to be gathered from various teams, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
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Infographic showing various Communications Associate job openings in New Mexico as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,711 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

Marketing & Communications Associate

Santa Fe, NM • On-site

Santa Fe Community Foundation
Charitable Organizations • 11 - 50 employees
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$56K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

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Duties & responsibilities

Digital Marketing & Analytics

•        Assist in the execution of email marketing campaigns, including drafting, scheduling, list management, deployment, and performance reporting

•        Monitor, analyze, and report on key metrics across digital channels (email, social, web); surface insights to support data-informed decisions

•        Support website content updates and maintenance through the Foundation’s CMS

•        Assist in maintaining and pulling constituent lists for targeted marketing campaigns

Social Media Management

•        Manage the day-to-day drafting, scheduling, and publishing of social media content across platforms

•        Track engagement metrics and assist in optimizing content strategy based on performance data

•        Help maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across all social channels

Project & Deadline Management

•        Track and manage the Marketing department’s production calendar, ensuring all projects and campaigns meet established deadlines

•        Coordinate workflow across concurrent projects; flag risks to timelines and communicate proactively with the Director

•        Assist with cross-departmental marketing requests, helping to scope, prioritize, and deliver on time

•        Support event coordination and marketing efforts for Foundation events as needed

Brand & Content Support

•        Assist in ensuring all marketing materials adhere to SFCF brand standards across content, messaging, and design

•        Copyedit marketing materials as needed; draft content for social media, newsletters, and other channels when required

•        Aid internal teams in understanding and applying brand guidelines


General

•        Manage departmental administrative tasks to support efficient operations

•        Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, skills & abilities

•        Strong organizational and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

•        Solid understanding of digital marketing principles, social media platforms, and email marketing best practices

•        Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret marketing data and translate it into actionable recommendations

•        Experience with social media scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social) and email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact)

•        Experience with website CMS platforms

•        Excellent attention to detail

•        Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; written communication skills a must

•        Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise good judgment in a small team environment

•        Ability to collaborate professionally and congenially in a small team environment

•        Graphic design & video editing experience and/or familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite a plus
See full job description and other ways to apply at https://www.santafecf.org/careers/marketing-communications-associate

Company Description

Since 1981, the Santa Fe Community Foundation has been dedicated to improving the health and vitality of northern New Mexico. As a comprehensive center for community philanthropy, we are proud to fund and collaborate with hundreds of local nonprofits, connect thousands of generous donors to giving opportunities, and support causes that improve the quality of life for all in our region. Learn more at www.santafecf.org/about.