Job Description
JOB
The Creative Media Specialist will play a critical role in leading graphic design projects, assist in formulating social media strategies, oversee website management, and lead content creation for digital and print media for Skills for Success and other training courses developed by the ACCS Innovation Center. This position requires a strategic mindset with the ability to take the ACCS Innovation Center’s media to the next level by producing engaging and innovative content.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
PRIMARY DUTIES: 1. With the guidance from the Marketing & Public Relations Manager, assist with the creation of compelling visual content for digital and print media including social media graphics, email campaigns, infographics, brochures, newsletters, web design, and all promotional materials.2. Ensure all media assets are aligned with ACCS and ACCS Innovation Center branding guidelines and help to develop a consistent and cohesive brand identity.3. Maintain an inventory of photos and other elements that appear on the ACCS Innovation Center website and for usage in all media assets.4. Utilize Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva to produce high-quality graphics and layouts.5. Utilize appropriate software to prepare print-ready electronic files for proof and final print.6. Assist in developing and executing engaging social media strategies to grow and engage the ACCS Innovation Center and Skills for Success audience.7. Design and produce digital assets for social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, ensuring brand consistency across all posts.8. Assist with the management of the ACCS Innovation Center website, ensuring content is current, accurate, and optimized for user experience.9. Utilize platforms such as WordPress to update and maintain website content.10. Assist with monitoring the website performance and implement SEO strategies to enhance online presence.11. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the Marketing & Public Relations Manager and the Innovation Center Executive Team, to plan and execute marketing campaigns that support program visibility and engagement.12. Develop content calendars and ensure the timely delivery of media and marketing materials for various campaigns and projects.13. Maintain organization of media assets and project files for easy access and reference.14. Provide graphic and digital support for all departments within the ACCS Innovation Center, ensuring that design assets meet the needs of internal and external campaigns.15. Conduct marketing research and provide insights for improving content strategies and brand positioning.SECONDARY DUTIES: Build and maintain strong working relationships with communications and public relations teams across the ACCS system, providing graphic design and digital marketing support as needed.Develop visually engaging presentation content for executive leadership, ensuring materials reflect the ACCS and ACCS Innovation Center’s brand and messaging objectives.Produce and analyze marketing research to identify trends, audience insights, and emerging platforms for enhancing the ACCS Innovation Center's outreach and program visibility.Generate regular reports detailing project outcomes, engagement metrics, and production activity to support ongoing evaluation and improvement of marketing initiatives.OTHER DUTIES: Serve on various internal committees as needed, contributing creative solutions and recommending strategies to improve communication and marketing processes.Assist with marketing or design tasks related to special projects and events, collaborating with other departments to ensure cohesive branding and communication efforts.Perform other duties as assigned by the Marketing & Public Relations Manager to support the overall marketing and communications strategy of the ACCS Innovation Center.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applications must be filed online at: complete application packet must be submitted by the posted deadline in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. A complete application packet consists of: Online applicationCover letterCurrent resumeSeparate list of four (4) professional references (not letters) with complete contact informationUnofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral datesAll application materials must be scanned. It is recommended that you have digital (preferably .pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, list of references, and transcripts showing degree(s) and conferral dates, ready to upload before you begin the application process.WE DO NOT ACCEPT E-MAILED APPLICATIONS.When you finish the online application procedure, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this does not mean that your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.Please direct any questions regarding the application process to Charlene Finkelstein at (334) 293-4628 or charlene.finkelstein@accs.edu, or Nikita Odoms at (334) 293-4603 or nikita.payne@accs.edu.If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact: NEOGOV Customer ServiceMonday-Friday8:00 am – 5:00 pm PST(855) 524-5627 AGENCY INFORMATION: The Alabama Community College System is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.The Alabama Community College System reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
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