Los Angeles, California, United States · Hybrid
$25/hr–$37/hr
About LA’s BEST LA’s BEST is a public/private partnership between the City of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), and the private sector, working together to provide safe, engaging, and enrichin…
Skills: Content Development, Social Media Management, Photography, Videography, Copywriting
Los Angeles, California, United States • Hybrid
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Provides tactical support for marketing and communications, including content creation, social media execution, and website updates. Coordinates digital assets and assists with donor-facing materials and event coverage.
Requires 1-3 years of relevant experience in communications or marketing and a preferred bachelor's degree in a related field. Proficiency with tools like Canva, WordPress, and Mailchimp is desired.
About LA’s BEST
LA’s BEST is a public/private partnership between the City of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), and the private sector, working together to provide safe, engaging, and enriching afterschool programming for elementary school students. Established 38 years ago, LA’s BEST serves children in neighborhoods with the greatest needs but the fewest resources, ensuring access to meaningful learning experiences beyond the school day.
Through this public-private partnership, LAUSD operates the program, the City of Los Angeles provides crucial public support, and the nonprofit entity advocates for funding and resources. This shared commitment allows LA’s BEST to provide high-quality enrichment activities that nurture academic growth, social-emotional well-being for students while also supporting working families across Los Angeles.
At LA’s BEST, we believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual's unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued and celebrated. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Join us in our mission to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to thrive and contribute their best work. Your voice matters, and we invite you to bring your authentic self to our team.
Job Overview & Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Marketing & Communications Associate provides tactical, execution-level support for LA’s BEST’s marketing and communications efforts. Under the guidance of the Director of Marketing & Communications, this role supports content development, social media execution, website and e-communications updates, event coverage, and administrative coordination related to marketing and communication initiatives. The Marketing & Communications Associate works collaboratively with internal staff to help ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communications across platforms, while maintaining attention to detail and adherence to approved messaging. Core responsibilities include:
Content Support & Asset Development (approximately 35%):
Social Media Execution (approximately 30%):
Website & Communications Support (approximately 20%):
Administrative & Project Support (approximately 15%):
Core Competencies
Qualifications & Experience Requirements
Compensation
$25.81 per hour - $37.42 per hour; commensurate with experience.
Work Location
Currently, there is a hybrid work environment with three days per week required at the office in downtown Los Angeles (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays). Occasional evening and weekend work is required throughout the year. Candidates must also be able to travel to school sites and meetings/events within L.A. County on a regular basis and have access to reliable and timely transportation.
Company Benefits
LA’s BEST provides employer-paid medical, dental, & vision insurance for employees, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match after six months of continuous employment, paid time off, and other benefits.
Equal Opportunity
LA’s BEST is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, and disability or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request (LA’s BEST is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request).
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and a cover letter with your application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. We kindly ask that applicants do not contact employees of LA’s BEST directly regarding the status of their application.
LA's BEST Expanded Learning Program inspires and prepares children to create lives full of choices.
LA’s BEST provides a safe, enriching, and joyful learning experience—guided by diverse, caring mentors, immersive activity-based learning, and a strong sense of community and competition that helps students build confidence and self-advocate. LA’s BEST serves 17,000 students daily in nearly 200 schools, delivering measurable results and expanding opportunities where they’re needed most. Dedicated to communities with the greatest need and kids at the most critical stage of development—adolescence—LA’s BEST provides stability and support every child deserves during the pivotal hours afterschool, when they are most vulnerable and parents most concerned.
Offices: Office of the Mayor 200 N Spring St, M-120, Los Angeles, California 90012, US · 711 E 14th Pl, Los Angeles, California 90021, US
LA's BEST Expanded Learning Program inspires and prepares children to create lives full of choices.
LA’s BEST provides a safe, enriching, and joyful learning experience—guided by diverse, caring mentors, immersive activity-based learning, and a strong sense of community and competition that helps students build confidence and self-advocate. LA’s BEST serves 17,000 students daily in nearly 200 schools, delivering measurable results and expanding opportunities where they’re needed most. Dedicated to communities with the greatest need and kids at the most critical stage of development—adolescence—LA’s BEST provides stability and support every child deserves during the pivotal hours afterschool, when they are most vulnerable and parents most concerned.
Offices: Office of the Mayor 200 N Spring St, M-120, Los Angeles, California 90012, US · 711 E 14th Pl, Los Angeles, California 90021, US
