Director, Marketing and Communications

Clayton Early Learning offers an opportunity to lead marketing and communications that support enrollment, strengthen fundraising efforts, and keep families and stakeholders informed. This onsite role in Denver, CO comes with a competitive salary of $100,000 to $120,000 annually and a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and long-term financial goals.

What you’ll do

As Director of Marketing and Communications, you will execute comprehensive marketing and communications strategies aligned to organizational goals. The role includes hands-on content writing, editing, and production while leading staff and contractors to deliver high-impact messaging across channels.

• Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies that support organizational goals.
• Lead rebranding efforts inside and outside the organization, including name and logo updates, new website development, and creation of new collateral.
• Support the creation and management of enrollment-focused marketing campaigns.
• Lead fundraising communications such as appeals, stewardship materials, impact stories, and capital campaign content for individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Support events that engage donors and stakeholders with memorable, high-impact experiences.
• Manage the MarCom Specialist to ensure effective ongoing communication with families and community partners.
• Oversee internal communications, including organizational updates, SharePoint management, and all-staff events.
• Ensure coordinated external and internal communication during emergencies.
• Support accessible and multilingual communications, including coordination of translation and compliance with consent and privacy practices for stories and images involving children and families.
• Maintain and elevate brand presence through strategic PR, website maintenance, social media, and email campaigns.
• Create high-quality marketing materials, including videos, printed collateral, and digital content.
• Provide guidance and support to staff to foster a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Manage budget and allocate resources to achieve marketing and communications objectives.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in marketing and communications.
• 5+ years in a leadership position.
• Prior nonprofit fundraising communications experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience increasing enrollment inquiries and improving conversion across email, website, and campaigns.
• Strong understanding of branding, digital marketing, social media, and public relations, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, relationship-building, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with marketing and communications software and tools, including strong technology adaptability.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Required certifications and eligibility

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including CBI/FBI fingerprinting. Child abuse and neglect state registry, MVR, and a national sex offender registry check every 5 years.
• Valid driver’s license with evidence of active vehicle insurance.
• Pediatric first aid and CPR certification.
• Current PPD-TB testing, standard immunizations, and annual health statement, or willingness to obtain as required.
• Participation in training programs, workshops, and meetings related to the role.

Benefits

• 16+ paid company holidays
• Accrued vacation time (starting at 10 days/year, up to 30 with tenure)
• Paid sick time
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Mental health support through the medical plan and EAP
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 year
• FSA plans
• College 529 investment options
• Identity theft protection and more

Schedule & work environment

• Ability to work flexible hours outside normal business hours as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the workday as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Office or school administrative setting.
• Use standard office equipment including computer, phone, and printer.