This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.
Our Core Values
We LOVE DeSoto
- L- We lift up our community
- O- We take ownership of our collective performance
- V- We value and respect all employees
- E- We empower employees to grow
The purpose of the position is to develop, implement, promote, and maintain a positive city image through the utilization of Public Information, Social Media platforms, print media, and promotional video creation. The Digital Media Specialist is also responsible for updating/maintaining the City website in accordance with applicable laws, and under the direction of the City’s Communications and Marketing Manager.
- Produce general video productions for internal/external communications and community outreach;
- Develop promotional strategies to disseminate effective messages to the public;
- Attend meetings and training sessions with various city departments, including emergency operations;
- Respond to community messages in a timely, tactful, and professional manner using proper grammar;
- Design and create promotional material, videos, graphics and printed communications;
- Create and monitor content across standard social media platforms (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Nextdoor, LinkedIn, Instagram;
- Performs other assigned duties.
- Associate’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Advertising or other related field;
- Two (2) years of related work experience;
- Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
- Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of community and specific branding programs;
- Knowledge of social media, video production and digital content strategy;
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
- Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining skill and attention to detail; and
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.
