Director Marketing and Communications

Position Overview

The Director of Marketing & Communications is a senior leadership role that partners with the Executive Office and Advancement team to develop and execute a multi‑faceted external communications strategy. The role reports to the President / CEO and supports NACF’s grantmaking programs and the Center for Native Arts and Cultures. The Director will supervise a Social Media Manager, Assistant Editor, and Associate Producer.

Duties & Responsibilities

Communications Strategy, Vision, and Leadership

Develop and implement an integrated organization‑wide marketing and communications strategy that builds visibility, strengthens reputation, and drives audience engagement.

Identify and engage priority audiences through market research, segmentation, and analytics; use data to refine messaging and outreach.

Define and maintain NACF’s organizational voice across all channels, ensuring messaging reflects mission, values, and equity commitments.

Lead marketing campaigns (digital, paid, earned media, partnerships, and promotions) to expand NACF’s presence in the arts ecosystem.

Increase and maximize storytelling opportunities to highlight NACF’s impact, including grantmaking programs and the Center.

Actively cultivate and manage press relationships; prepare leadership and board members for media opportunities and thought leadership positioning.

Communications Operations

Supervise and mentor the Social Media Manager, Assistant Editor, and Associate Producer.

Oversee the creation and distribution of all print, digital, and multimedia content, ensuring brand consistency and integration with organizational goals.

Collaborate with Advancement to integrate fundraising needs / messages into marketing campaigns and donor‑facing communications.

Coordinate with Programs and Operations to align communications strategies with organizational priorities and events.

Manage outside consultants and contractors (graphic design, video production, photography, web development) for timely, high‑quality deliverables.

Develop and maintain the organization‑wide communications calendar and dashboards to track outcomes; brief leadership on measurable results.

Oversee and track the annual marketing and communications budget.

Qualifications

5+ years of professional experience in marketing, communications, fundraising, public relations, or related field.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational and work experience.

Proven experience in audience development, market segmentation, and data‑driven marketing strategy.

Experience managing campaigns across multiple channels (digital, paid media, earned media, community partnerships).

Graphic design, social media, web management skills.

Experience developing content and materials using Adobe Creative Suites, WordPress or other CMS, PowerPoint, Mailchimp or similar platforms.

Organizational ability to work in a hybrid environment flexibly from home and on‑site at NACF offices.

Exceptional leadership, project management, and time‑management skills.

Excellent writing and copy‑editing skills, with ability to adapt voice for multiple platforms.

Capacity to interface with the public and connect with diverse audiences.

Desired Qualifications

Cultural competence, specifically knowledge and understanding of Native peoples and tribes.

Arts and culture background.

Additional Expectations

Primary office hours are flexible Monday through Friday, 8 am–6 pm. Work on evenings, weekends, and travel may be required. The position is hybrid, with an estimated 2–3 days per week in the Portland, OR office. Regular virtual and / or in‑person meetings will be scheduled as needed.

Salary & Benefits

$95,000 – $105,000 annually.

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