Senior Communications Associate

• Plays a key role in the Marketing and Tourism team, with the mission of implementing the Strategic Communications and Marketing plan, serving as a central resource for information from an overarching city and community perspective.
• Create, produce, and edit high-quality videos for use on the Town’s website, social media channels, and other digital platforms.
• Manage all aspects of video production, including scripting, shooting, and post-production.
• Write, edit, and proofread communications materials such as press releases, newsletters, social media posts, and website content.
• Write presentations, articles, and talking points for a variety of city officials.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communication channels.
• Develop and execute marketing and communications plans for city programs and activities.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of digital content, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.
• Support crisis communication efforts, including serving as Town spokesperson, as needed.
• May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field; AND
• Five (5) years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or digital media, with demonstrated expertise in video production; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

Conditions of Employment:

• Safe driving record and valid Texas Driver’s License. 
• Clear Criminal Background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced proficiency in video production, including filming, editing, and post-production using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or similar tools.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences and platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and content strategies.
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams and with external partners to share information effectively.
• Familiarity with public sector communications is preferred. 
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for events or programs.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Office is located in a two-story building without an elevator. Work is generally performed indoors in an air-conditioned facility but may also include limited exposure to outside weather conditions. 

This is an exempt position; incumbent will be expected to work whatever hours are necessary to complete responsibilities.

The Town of Addison is an equal opportunity employer. The Town prohibits discrimination on the basis of any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity under law.  

Salary : $63,216 - $79,020