COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Responsibilities

• producing a twice-monthly community newsletter of up to 64 pages, tabloid – writing, editing, shooting photos, all layout
• designing posters, banners, brochures, booklets and other promotional collaterals
• creating and managing content for a public-facing website and an internal website for residents
• creating and posting social media content – Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
• monitoring and contributing to internal and external communications needs through publications, closed circuit TV channels, websites, email blasts, flyers, notices, brochures and other means of communication
• being a source of accurate, organized information for residents, potential residents, advertising clients, and corporate colleagues
• creating and implementing outreach and marketing programs

Requirements

• B.A. degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field or a combination of education and experience
• excellent writing skills
• ability to multi-task and be very organized
• ability to adhere to schedules and deadlines
• excellent customer service skills
• proficiency in Microsoft Office
• ability to provide writing and/or photography and/or videography samples
• positive attitude and willingness to learn
• ability to set and adhere to high standards of quality

Preferred

• excellent news/feature writing, editing, proofreading, experience with Associated Press Style
• proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Premiere Pro
• experience at a daily or weekly publication
• photography, videography, video editing
• proficiency in WordPress
• publication layout, graphic design experience
• social media management
• familiarity with Square9
• experience or familiarity with community association management and governance

Benefits

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, and 401(k)