Multimedia Communications Specialist I

Norfolk, VA (On-site)

$54K/yr – $58K/yrEntry Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive city communications by creating content for multiple platforms and coordinating with departments to promote programs.

  • Own content creation for city platforms and liaison across departments for events.
  • Must-have: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 1 year in communications.
  • Standout: Cross-team collaboration and program promotion responsibilities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Creates original content (video, photography, social media, website) to promote city services.
  • Liaison to various city departments, supports special events, collaborates with Communications team.
  • Promote programs by responding to media, writing releases, updates, and public service announcements.

Requirements

  • Kno wledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
  • 1 year experience in communications or related field

Preferred

  • Advanced media monitoring with campaign impressions across platforms and analytics for evaluating strategies.
  • Advanced digital content management for tailoring content on websites and social channels.
  • Basic experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
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City of Norfolk, VA

Norfolk, Virginia is a city of over 247,000 residents and more than 100 diverse neighborhoods. It is the cultural, educational, business and medical center of Hampton Roads, hosts the world's largest naval base, the region's international airport and is one of the busiest international ports on the East Coast of the United States. Norfolk neighborhoods are vibrant and inclusive places where caring neighbors want to live, invest, and participate.The City of Norfolk operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Norfolk City Council is the legislative body of the city government. It is authorized to exercise all powers conferred upon the City by the Commonwealth of Virginia in the State constitution, State laws and the Charter of the City of Norfolk.The Council establishes policy for the city, approves the budget, levies its taxes, and appoints the City Attorney, City Assessor, City Auditor, City Clerk, and the City Manager. The Council also appoints members to the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority, Planning Commission and other boards and commissions, as well as city representatives to regional and other boards and authorities. For additional information, go to www.norfolk.gov.

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