Information & Communications Specialist III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Supervise intricate organizational communication initiatives

• Create, design, and/or edit news releases, marketing and informational materials, flyers, and both internal and external corporate communications

• Evaluate the work of junior team members

• Oversee video production processes

• Manage the upkeep and advancement of the corporate social marketing program

• Guide and foster the professional development of junior staff

• Maintain the intranet homepage and SharePoint content

• Provide technical support to staff

• Collaborate with vendors for the maintenance of the organization's website

• Represent Alliance and/or the Senior Director of Communications in meetings and interactions with vendors, media representatives, and organizational stakeholders

• Offer communications technical assistance to both internal and external clients

• Participate in committees as needed

• Complete and submit vendor contracts and purchase requisitions for assigned projects

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a resident of North Carolina

• High School diploma with nine (9) years of relevant experience in journalism, marketing, corporate communications, public relations, or a related field; OR an Associate’s degree in journalism, marketing, mass media, or a related field with seven (7) years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, mass media, or a related field with five (5) years of relevant experience

• Extensive writing and copy editing experience preferred

• Proficiency in developing and managing social media and marketing strategies in a corporate environment preferred

• Familiarity with WordPress or other content management systems preferred

• Exceptional grammar skills and strong writing abilities

• In-depth understanding of journalistic, communication, and publication principles and techniques

• Knowledge of graphic layout principles

• Proficiency in graphic design software, especially professional design applications

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with social media and networking platforms

• Advanced skills in website content management, ideally with WordPress or similar systems

• Understanding of website usability and accessibility standards

• Expertise in video production, including shooting and digital editing techniques

• Strong teamwork abilities and customer service focus

• Capability to edit and assess informational materials

• Willingness to embrace new initiatives and proactively address challenges

• Dedication to mentoring and assisting junior staff

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and handle confidential information

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for full-time remote work

• Potential travel required for onsite meetings at the Home office