
TCM Career Opportunities
Are you a creative, data-driven, community-minded individual with a passion for content strategy and storytelling? Twin Cities In Motion, is looking for a full-time Content Manager & Community Reporter who believes in our nonprofit mission and is driven by community engagement and impact.
This hybrid role combines strategic content leadership, hands-on writing and live-event storytelling.
The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of journalism, marketing, and community building—crafting compelling stories, managing editorial operations, and producing multimedia content that amplifies TCM’s mission.
Twin Cities In Motion is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit that organizes 5 race events and with several distances throughout the year, including the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon. We provide opportunities for people of all ages, abilities, and experiences to live an active, healthy lifestyle.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
CONTENT STRATEGY
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Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy aligned with TCM’s key strategies, brand and mission to inspire motion in the community
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Lead the tactics and execution of the content strategy, including the writing, production and distribution of e-newsletters, blog, event and program marketing communications, messaging that supports TCM business operations and mission, and event informational messaging
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Grow audiences and funding by developing TCM’s content-based products, building creative media partnerships, and advancing sustainable monetization strategies
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Create high-quality, engaging, and SEO/GEO-friendly content across blogs, newsletters, websites, social media, video and live coverage
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Manage the editorial calendar, ensuring timely and relevant storytelling that resonates with both local and national audiences
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Monitor KPIs, web analytics, and audience insights to measure effectiveness and refine strategy
EDITORIAL LEADERSHIP & STORYTELLING
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Write and produce original articles, features, human interest stories and multimedia pieces centered on Minnesota’s active lifestyle community
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Serve as the principle copywriter for TCM’s public-facing messaging
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Build, nurture and manage relationships with local reporters, media outlets, and influencers to extend reach and visibility
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Lead and manage a team of freelance writers and contributors, assigning stories, providing feedback, and ensuring brand voice consistency
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Copy-edit content for AP style and organizational tone
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Conduct research, interviews, and industry analysis to inform story development
MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS
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Develop a media strategy to grow earned media coverage
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Lead the execution of the media strategy in partnership with third-party PR agency
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Build, nurture and manage relationships with local reporters, media outlets, and influencers to extend reach and visibility
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Field all media inquiries and requests
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Implement and manage crisis communications plans
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Collaborate with the Senior Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy to shape TCM’s communications strategy and develop the overall departmental annual calendar, ensuring alignment with the editorial calendar under role management
LIVE EVENT PRODUCTION
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Serve as Producer for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Live, coordinating production crews, on-air talent, and marketing distribution
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Hire and manage all vendors to support the live show production
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Determine and manage the live show budget
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications or related field
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Minimum 5 years of experience in content strategy, editorial creation and management, or multimedia production
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Proven ability to craft SEO/GEO-friendly content across digital platforms
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Skilled in multimedia production (writing and editing, visual asset support)
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Strong leadership and project management skills, including editorial calendar planning and oversight
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Experience with CMS platforms, analytics tools and social media publishing
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Ability to manage budgets and lead key organizational strategies
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage diverse community voices
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Work in collaboration to engage potential funders and partners
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Passion for fitness and healthy living, especially in the Twin Cities region
Preferred Qualifications:
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3 years of experience in Content Management
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Strong on-camera presence and ability to serve as a public-facing ambassador
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Strong knowledge of content distribution channels and UX principles
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Ability to analyze data, recognize trends, and adjust strategies based on tech stack tools like Hubspot, Google Analytics, etc.
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Video editing or production
The ideal candidate comprises:
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Passionate for TCM’s nonprofit mission and strong work ethic
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Advanced planning and analytical skills, including computer literacy
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Good judgement and decision-making skills
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Confidence in suggesting calculated risks
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Discrete, professional and well spoken, with excellent communication skills
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Exceptionally organized, methodical and efficient with an ability to meet deadlines
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An outgoing personality and experience working in a team-oriented environment encouraging open collaboration
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, continually changing environment
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Proficient in MS Office Suite, and familiar with Windows Operating systems
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Ability to regularly lift weights for events up to 25 lbs. and occasionally weights up to 40 lbs.
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Ability to travel in and around Minneapolis/St. Paul area
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Ability to work flexible monthly event-based hours, including evenings and weekends
Reports to: Sr. Director of Marketing & Brand Strategy
Status: Full-Time, exempt, hybrid work environment with mandatory in-office days/weeks
Salary: $59,000 to $62,000 per year
Benefits: Twin Cities In Motion offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b employer match, yearly bonus plan, generous paid time-off, along with tailored annual professional development opportunities.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to [email protected]. The position is open until it is filled.
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Are you passionate about brand and visual storytelling in the nonprofit sector? Can you manage a new identity system while executing design projects? If you’re creative and detail-oriented, we want to hear from you!
As the Graphic Designer & Design Manager at Twin Cities In Motion (TCM), you will be a vital part of our team, responsible for asset creation, visual identity development, and brand support across all channels, including social media, website, video, digital and print. You will steward existing visual identity systems, advance new ones, create engaging graphics, and collaborate with staff to meet design needs in a fast-paced environment.
Join our team as a creative collaborator focused on curating and innovating our brand expression across diverse audiences and communication channels. In this role, you’ll be a strategic thinker and problem-solver, developing impactful design concepts for campaign initiatives, product communications, event swag and materials, content storytelling and more. If you have a strong background in brand building, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Design Leadership: Lead design projects, providing creative direction and ensuring that the final assets aligns with our brand’s vision and goals.
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Concept Development: Responsible for generating innovative ideas and concepts for campaigns, branding, and other visual communications.
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Project Management: Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines, resources, and team collaboration to ensure successful completion.
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Client Interaction: Serve clients and other outside stakeholders to understand their needs, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
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Technical Skills: Proficient in multi-media design software (Adobe Creative Cloud) and have skills in digital and print design, large format graphics, motion graphics, and video editing.
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Quality Control: Ensure that all design work meets high standards of quality and adheres to brand guidelines.
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Brand Representative: Act as a brand ambassador in public-facing roles, delivering information and exceptional customer service to participants and stakeholders.
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Mentorship: Provide constructive feedback and support staff development to empower team members in effectively managing and communicating across all public touchpoints.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, digital arts or related field
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Minimum of 3 years of experience; experience with motion graphics and video editing are ideal
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Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and After Effects
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Highly motivated self-starter; ability to take ownership and work independently to meet deadlines
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Experience gathering requirements, pitching design concepts, overseeing production and printing, and delivering the final product
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Creativity and innovation. Passion for and ability to make existing and future events compelling for participants through visual storytelling and brand experience
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, continually changing environment
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Commit to being trained as a knowledgeable and approachable TCM Ambassador at events, in the community and through requested outreach
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Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills
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Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
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Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
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Ability to regularly lift weights for events up to 25 lbs. and occasionally weights up to 40 lbs.
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Ability to travel in and around the Minneapolis/St. Paul area
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Ability to attend evening meetings and work weekend events
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Experience with non-profits and volunteerism a plus
Reports to: Sr. Director of Marketing & Brand Strategy
Status: Full-Time, exempt, hybrid work environment with mandatory in-office days/weeks
Salary: $59,000 to $62,000 per year
Benefits: Twin Cities In Motion offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 403b employer match, yearly bonus plan, generous paid time-off, along with tailored annual professional development opportunities.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to [email protected]. The position is open until it is filled.
About Us:
Twin Cities In Motion (TCM) is a 501(c)(3) organization and one of Minnesota’s largest champions of physical activity, driven by our mission to “Move for More.” With 40 years of service, we’ve learned that we improve when we move together.
Our new Motion Center serves as a community hub, offering year-round programming. Our annual signature events, including the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend, provide essential platforms for training, participation, and community engagement. Our extensive educational content, developed by a leading team of experts, is unmatched in its focus on motion and Minnesota. We also unite these activities through a growing list of community initiatives aimed at removing barriers and fostering greater inclusivity.
By inspiring and supporting individuals of all backgrounds and abilities to embrace an active lifestyle, we strive to create a healthier community, both physically and socially.
So, join our team! Let’s lace up our shoes and embark on this journey together!
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Join Twin Cities In Motion's Board of Directors!
Twin Cities in Motion has served the running community for over 40 years. We seek purpose-driven leaders who can help the organization welcome and better serve our community for the next 40 years. To succeed in this critical mission, we need diverse perspectives and experiences to join our Board of Directors. Directors are expected to provide governance, leadership, and stewardship, in good faith and in the best interest of the corporation, to Twin Cities In Motion (TCM).
Applications close 5:00 P.M. Thursday, October 9, 2025.