Digital Media Specialist

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements, including flexibility and improved work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for the Hybrid Work Program, with a minimum requirement of three (3) days per week onsite.Posting ID: 4916Department: Corporate ServicesDivision: CommunicationsPay Range: $79,125 - $98,908Job Type: Contract > 1 YearContract Duration: 18 monthsHours of Work: 35 hours per weekWork Location: Halton Regional Centre Bronte Road, OakvilleEmployee Group: OCTVacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancyPosting Date: January 27, 2026Application Deadline: February 10, 2026Job SummaryThe Digital Media Specialist plays an essential role in the development of digital communications content in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on video production, photography, animation and graphic design.Duties & ResponsibilitiesLead all aspects of major video production including concept planning, story boarding, filming, and post-production finishing, colour correction, audio adjustments, and encoding using Adobe Premier and After Effects (including basic animation).Lead the creative and conceptual development of major marketing and promotional campaign materials, including animations, infographics, and social and digital advertisements in accordance with Halton's visual identify guidelines.Contribute to the strategic development and implementation of digital and social media content and campaigns to help increase engagement and traffic. This includes manage day-to-day activities on corporate social media channels on a variety of platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.).Work closely with Communications Specialists and Coordinators to develop visual content to support written materials, strategic messaging and plans.Provide photography and videography support for various programs and events throughout the region when required.Design, track, monitor and analyze communications and marketing campaigns to ensure tactics are reaching key audiences and performing to reach objectivesSupport the development, updates and maintenance of website content, images and overall page design.Support the development and maintenance of the OneHalton app.Other duties as assigned.Skills & QualificationsEssentialA Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma Specialization in Communications, Digital Communications, Marketing, Television Broadcast Journalism, Film Production, Cinematography, Visual Communications and Design or a related discipline.A minimum of five years' experience in digital communications.Experience in creating compelling and creative visual content that can be applied across multiple channels including social media, web, advertisements, events, and presentations.Advanced technical experience with all aspects of video production including script development, storyboarding, editing, and post-production.Proficiency in and experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, AfterEffects and Photoshop or Lightroom.Self-starter, creative and has the ability to deliver on digital communications activities with limited supervision.The ability to adapt to changing priorities, and work with various stakeholders and partners with a high degree of professionalism.Please submit a link to your online portfolio with your application.PreferredDemonstrated knowledge of other Adobe Creative Cloud Applications — including InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, and Dreamweaver.Knowledge of social media best practices and familiarity with posting platforms (such as Hootsuite), HTML and CSS, SEO, Google Adwords, and Google Analytics and other industry standard analytics.Knowledge of the Halton community and understanding of government priorities and processes.Working/ Employment ConditionsWorking Employment ConditionsServe on an on-call/stand-by schedule on a rotational basis, and respond to after-hour callouts to provide website updates, graphic design support, or other duties as required.Occasional early morning, evening, or weekend videography may be required.Flexibility in working hours will be required.Occasional travel within Halton Region is required; incumbents must supply their own transportation.Important information about your application:In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at extension 7700.Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community.#INDP