Job Description
Job Description
This isn’t just a job, it’s a calling!
Our mission at Meristem is to prepare young adults on the autism spectrum to build a strong sense of self, develop an enhanced social capacity, and create a life of increased social and economic independence. We strive to create a world where the unique capabilities of adults on the spectrum are respected and appreciated. We facilitate the ability of adults with autism to have full and meaningful lives, with ample opportunities for mainstream employment and independent living.
We operate a small college-like campus in Fair Oaks that houses many of our students full-time. We are seeking an experienced marketing / communications professional who is creative and dedicated to Meristems’ mission. The Marketing and Content Strategist is responsible for developing, creating, and sharing Meristem’s transformative work across Meristem’s website, social media, and public outreach. This new position is an integral team member in being responsive to program needs, marketing events, and creatively marketing Meristem’s social enterprise businesses, including the Meristem Cafe and the Transformative Autism Program (TAP).
Meristem is a great place to work and grow. We all work together, motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At Meristem, we have a terrific work culture and provide the opportunity to work in a beautiful setting with an amazing purpose.
Location : 9200 Fair Oaks Blvd. Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Status : Exempt, Full-time
Schedule : Monday–Friday 8 : 00 am – 5 : 00 pm (some evenings / weekends for
occasional development events)
Our compensation shows how much we value our team!
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000 annually
Job Responsibilities :
Content Creation & Storytelling
- Develop and manage a content calendar aligned with strategic priorities for Meristem, Transformative Autism Program (TAP), and Meristem Cafe
- Capture original photos, videos, and student / partner stories to create reels, blog posts, newsletters, and social media content
- Lead social media engagement across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn; track and optimize post performance for all Meristem brands
- Manage podcast and video series promotion; lead editing and distribution
- Write, design, and distribute monthly newsletters and digital updates across internal and external audiences
- Layout and distribute the Meristem Monitor , a weekly email newsletter to Meristem families and staff
- Support Meristem public relations under the leadership of the Development Director by drafting press releases and maintaining media lists
Website & Digital Marketing
Maintain and update the meristem.pro, tapautism.org, and meristemcafe.com websites (WordPress)Coordinate email campaigns and segmented list outreachTrack analytics and make data-informed adjustments to improve engagementEvent & Social Enterprise Marketing
Design digital and print materials for events, campaigns, and social enterprise promotions.Drive event marketing strategy to increase attendance and visibility for campus events andfundraisersDevelop compelling marketing for Meristem’s Cafe, herbal product line, and campus bed andbreakfast (B&B)Represent Meristem at public events; attend and document key moments (occasionalevenings / weekends)Oversee Meristem collateral and branded material, and coordinate reordersStrategic Collaboration
Collaborate across departments to identify “story-worthy” momentsSupport sponsorship, benefit delivery, and donor communications alongside the Development TeamCoordinate with contractors for web design, graphic design, or PR support as neededContribute to student enrollment, donor engagement, scholarship outreach, and employer outreach strategiesQualifications :
2-5 years of experience in a marketing or communications roleExperience with WordPress CMS and email marketing tools like MailChimp, including SEO and web accessibility standardsExperience with graphic design principles and tools like Canva and Adobe Suite, including video editing softwareProficient in Google Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, etc.) and customer relationship management databases, i.e., BloomerangKnowledgeable of social media best practicesMaintain and enforce photo permission recordsSuperior verbal and written communication skillsAbility to think of creative solutions in evolving situationsEngage in regular self-development work as a part of the Meristem cultureAbility to live 50 poundsAbility to move in uneven terrain on campus as needed to capture contentInitiate research and evidence-based assessment of marketing strategiesLived experience with or interest in the neurodiverse / autistic populationAbility to learn and understand Waldorf education principles and approaches – preferredPre-Employment Background and Drug Test Required
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