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Media Specialist

EmergencyMD, Saratoga Resort, UT, United States


Job Description
This position assists in the communication of the City's public message, which is conveyed through utilizing various means of communication, primarily focused on social media channels, the City website, and digital media outlets. Final products may be subject to approval by a supervisor. This employee will be expected to use good judgment, creativity and skills to carry out their duties.

Works under the general direction of the Public Relations Manager. All employees are also under the general supervision of the City Manager.

Job Responsibilities

Helps to develop key communication messages

Collaborates with City departments to gather information and translate complex topics into clear, accessible messaging

Assists in creating, editing, and disseminating content for internal/external audiences through a variety of media, including but not limited to press releases, speeches, press events, newsletters, brochures, posters, flyers, articles

Capture and edit photography and videography for digital and print use

Creates, edits, and disseminates content for internal/external audiences through various social media channels including posts, reels, spotlights, and promotional materials

Monitor social media engagements and provides basic analytics reporting as needed

Assist in creating, editing, and disseminating campaigns to promote programs and facilities to ensure public has information for participation

May prepare feature articles for print media and program brochures

May prepare public service announcements and news releases

May develope program brochures and facility literatures

May coordinate magazine and newspaper advertisements

Serves as information liaison

May updates the content of the City website to ensure timely, accurate, and user-friendly content

Attend City events, meetings, and activities to capture content as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

An associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Graphic Arts, Public Relations, Communication, Marketing, Journalism, Publishing, or a closely related field.

Two (2) years' experience working in communication, public relations and/or creating commercial web content

Special Qualifications & Certifications

Must possess a valid Utah driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Enhances the City's image through sound community relations and reliable dissemination of public information

Correct use of English language and vocabulary

The City's Brand Guide and how to implement that in all official City communications

Best practices for communications and/or marketing related work which may include print, social media, web content, or multi-media

Proficient in both photography and videography

Organize, prioritize, and be detail oriented

Self-start and direct day-to-day workload while meeting deadlines

Interact with the public and with other City employees in all situations while maintaining a professional, pleasant, and courteous demeanor

Exercise sound and good judgment at all times

Be Creative

Communicate ideas and assist other's to see the vision of marketing strategies and potential future events

Utilize Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Utilize media and design software such as Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, In Design, Lightroom and other Adobe Suite items

Utilize other computer software applications, including social media platforms, web development and editing software, photo and imaging editing software, and the ability to learn and maintain the City's website and other communication software used by the City

Utilize other standard office machines and equipment

Working Conditions

Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Sit at a desk or table to operate a computer and related equipment and to type, read, proofread, interpret, and apply information obtained therefrom for sustained periods of time while maintaining efficiency, attention to detail, alertness, proficiency, and accuracy

Regularly walk, stand, or stoop and periodically climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

Lift, carry, push, pull, or move items weighing up to 100 pounds

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field

This position requires the employee to be able to operate a car, pickup truck, van, or similarly situated motor vehicle

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range:
Minimum - $27.16/hr.
Midpoint - $32.59/hr.
Maximum - $38.03/hr.

Benefits: There are no benefits with this position.

Saratoga Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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