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Position Summary

The Creative Media Specialist will play a critical role in developing and enhancing the visual identity of the ACCS Innovation Center. This individual will manage graphic design projects, assist in formulating social media strategies, oversee website management, and lead content creation for digital and print media. This position requires a strategic mindset with the ability to take the ACCS Innovation Center’s brand to the next level by producing engaging, innovative media content that reflects our mission to "Train Our State for the Better."

NOTE : This position may be based at the main office in Montgomery, a system college, or the Innovation Center in Decatur.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES :

With the guidance from the Director of Marketing and Corporate Partnerships 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.

Ensure all media assets are aligned with ACCS Innovation Center branding guidelines and help to develop a consistent and cohesive brand identity.

Maintain an inventory of photos and other elements that appear on the ACCS Innovation Center website.

Utilize Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to produce high-quality graphics and layouts.

Utilize appropriate software to prepare print-ready electronic files for proof and final print.

Assist the Social Media Coordinator in developing and executing engaging social media strategies to grow and engage the ACCS Innovation Center audience.

Design and produce digital assets for social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, ensuring brand consistency across all posts.

Assist with the management of the ACCS Innovation Center website, ensuring content is current, accurate, and optimized for user experience.

Utilize platforms such as WordPress to update and maintain website content.

Assist with monitoring the website performance and implement SEO strategies to enhance online presence.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the Director of Marketing & Corporate Partnerships and the Innovation Center Executive Team, to plan and execute marketing campaigns that support program visibility and engagement.

Develop content calendars and ensure the timely delivery of media and marketing materials for various campaigns and projects.

Maintain organization of media assets and project files for easy access and reference.

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.

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 Innovation Center’s brand and messaging objectives.

Produce and analyze marketing research to identify trends, audience insights, and emerging platforms for enhancing the 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 Director of Marketing & Corporate Partnerships to support the overall marketing and communications strategy of the ACCS Innovation Center.

Qualifications

REQUIRED :

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Minimum two (2) years of experience in graphic design, digital marketing, or a related role.

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom) and website management platforms (WordPress, Squarespace).

Experience in developing social media strategies and creating content that aligns with brand identity.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a keen attention to detail.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.

PREFERRED :

Experience with project management tools such as Asana or Monday.com.

Knowledge of HTML / CSS and SEO best practices for web design.

Bilingual ability (Spanish) for creating inclusive and accessible marketing materials.

Photography and video editing skills.

Application Procedures / Additional Information

Applications must be filed online at :

A 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 application

Cover letter

Current resume

Separate list of four (4) professional references (not letters) with complete contact information

Unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral dates

All 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 Payne at (334) 293-4603 or nikita.payne@accs.edu.

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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Annual Leave

Full-time employees may earn annual leave based on half-month pay periods as follows :

Years of Employment

Leave Per Pay Period

Annual Leave

Fewer than 5 years

4 hours 20 minutes

13 days

5 but less than 10 years

5 hours 25 minutes

16 days 2 hours

10 but less than 15 years

6 hours 30 minutes

19 days 4 hours

15 but less than 20 years

7 hours 35 minutes

22 days 6 hours

20 but less than 25 years

8 hours 40 minutes

26 days

25 or more years

9 hours 45 minutes

29 days 2 hours

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn 4 hours and 20 minutes of sick leave for each half-monthly pay period of service or 13 days per year. No more than 150 days or 1, 200 hours of sick leave may be accumulated. A complete description of sick leave benefits is outlined in the System Office Policies and Procedures Manual.

Personal Leave

All full-time, part-time, or temporary employees who are employed by the State of Alabama on January 1, and who are stationed outside of Mobile and Baldwin Counties, are entitled to a personal leave day each year in lieu of the former Mardi Gras holiday. The System Office policy requires that employees schedule their personal leave day prior to scheduling any annual leave.

Holidays

The Alabama Community College System observes the following legal holidays :

New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. / Robert E. Lee Birthday

George Washington / Thomas Jefferson Birthday

Confederate Memorial Day

National Memorial Day

Jefferson Davis Birthday

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Health Insurance

The State Employees’ Health Insurance Plan (SEHIP) is basic hospital medical coverage administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama (BCBS) with prescription benefits administered by OptumRx.

Tier I (those with service credit prior to January 1, 2013) : 7.5%

Tier II (those with service credit beginning on or after January 1, 2013) : 6.2%

The State of Alabama also has two (2) deferred compensation programs for employees : RSA-1 and Great West. For more information on retirement plans, please visit and for Great West.

Tuition Waiver

This tuition assistance program is designed for all full-time benefits-eligible employees, retirees, and benefits-eligible H Salary Schedule employees of The Alabama Community College System and the Alabama Community College System office and their dependents defined by the policy. It is the responsibility of the employee and / or dependent to ensure that all documents and forms (requested by the College where the student is enrolled) are submitted and signed by the appropriate personnel in a timely manner prior to submission.

1 / 3 waived after 1st year

2 / 3 waived after 2nd year

3 / 3 waived after 3rd year

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