Digital Media Coordinator (Bridgeport, CT)

Bridgeport, CT (On-site)

$47K/yr – $55K/yrEntry Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive social media management and content strategy for The WorkPlace across platforms and campaigns.

  • Own posting, engagement, and community management across key social channels.
  • Must-have: strong project management and attention to brand governance.
  • Standout: AI-driven video content creation experience with Canva/Adobe tools.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day management of various social media platforms, including posting content and engaging the social communities.
  • Updating and managing websites in the WorkPlace’s portfolio of sites.
  • Support email marketing activities using Constant Contact and other email platforms.
  • Create custom images, videos, and content specifically for the social media platforms.
  • Report week-to-week analytics on each channel’s top-performing posts, top tweets, etc.
  • Superior attention to detail and scrupulous mindset, especially for social copywriting, editing, and brand governance.
  • Responsible for successfully planning, developing, and executing on communication strategies and messaging that support the business objectives of The WorkPlace.
  • Develop new methods of leveraging social media to engage targeted audiences.
  • Work with internal partners to develop engaging, audience-specific content using a variety of communication tools, such as video, podcasts, articles, and webcasts.
  • Responsible for managing external vendor relationships in support of marketing and communications.

Requirements

  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong storytelling skills with a creative mindset and attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with SEO, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social media insights), and data-driven decision-making.
  • Prior working experience with Microsoft Office 365 Suite
  • Ability to think critically, innovatively, and proactively
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to manage multiple project timelines simultaneously
  • Strong understanding of current social media platforms
  • Utilization of Photoshop and Premiere Pro skills
  • Proficiency with AI-driven video creation and editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Express, Adobe Premiere, CapCut, Lumen5).

Preferred

  • Graphic design skills and competency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign) preferred.

Benefits

  • 401K/Pension
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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The WorkPlace

Serving as southwest Connecticut's Workforce Development Board we administer job training and preparation funds distributed by state and federal agencies. To provide much needed additional "fill-the-gap" services and training, we also pursue competitive grants and funding from foundations and corporations.Together with community partners, The WorkPlace provides targeted programs and employment services designed to help job seekers identify or regain a career that will facilitate their success. Additionally, we ensure that employers are able to find the workforce talent they need to operate and compete in a global marketplace.We regularly share ideas, best practices and lessons learned with lawmakers, foundations, think tanks and other workforce development organizations around the country. The WorkPlace operates American Job Centers (AJCs) in Rhode Island as well as Massachusetts. The WorkPlace also provides guidance and support to several AJCs in New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia, New York.The total cost of the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is $13,151,948. $11,836,754 (90%) is funded through a U.S. Department of Labor grant. The other $1,315,194 (10%) is funded through non-federal resources.

Founded in 1983
Bridgeport, Connecticut, USA

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Funding

Total Funding
$2.5M
Last Raise
$2.5M
Grant, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Jul 2024
    Grant • $2.5M