Social Media and Communications Lead

4 days ago


Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

Role Responsibilities

The Social Media and Communications Lead supports the delivery of the office's internal and external communication and public relations activities. This includes managing social media and content creation, collaborating with vendors for advertising campaigns, creating informative website content, and producing Elections Alberta publications such as annual reports and event materials in both print and digital formats.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in developing and conveying meaningful information to Albertans. You will apply your strategic communication skills to ensure that key messages are consistent, clear, and easily understood by the general public.

With your creativity and attention to detail, you will deliver highly professional graphic, digital and print design services supporting brand and communication strategies and objectives. You will create engaging, informative, and visually appealing content, including photos, videos, graphic illustrations, infographics, and other visual assets for use in print and digital media, supporting your outstanding writing and editing. You will support positioning Elections Alberta as the trusted source of election and democratic process participation information in Alberta.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Degree or diploma in visual communication design, graphic design, media, marketing, communications, or a related field is required plus two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience in managing social media, designing visual assets, and writing and editing professional communications. (Equivalencies may be considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.) Training and experience in graphic design is required. Experience in video development and editing is considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent working knowledge of social media management, software, strategies, analytics, and platforms. Strong working knowledge and application of communications planning and web communications. Advanced knowledge of Adobe tools including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Acrobat and other graphic design software to create visual assets. Well-developed writing and editing skills (e.g. articulate, clear, concise, grammatically correct). Ability to assimilate knowledge of legislation and procedures to develop effective messaging. Excellent verbal communication skills for interaction with stakeholders and the media, as well as strong presentation delivery skills. Strong project management, time management and organizational skills to help manage and support multiple projects. Ability to identify emerging trends, issues and other developments or opportunities that may impact the Office's response and/or direction on an issue.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits Plan: and Pension: Successful candidates may be eligible for our Hybrid Work Program Successful candidates may be eligible for our Hours of Work Averaging Arrangement

Notes

This position is exempt from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). Final Candidates will be required to undergo a Police Information Check.


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