Digital Media Specialist Intern Job at City of Westerville in Westerville

Salary : $14.67 - $19.37 HourlyLocation : Westerville OH 43081, OHJob Type : SeasonalJob Number : 01162Department : CITY MANAGERDivision : COMMUNITY AFFAIRSOpening Date : 09 / 19 / 2024Closing Date : ContinuousDescriptionThis Community Affairs position supports the communication branch of the City of Westerville. It assists in multimedia development, outreach and strategic planning to promote social engagement and public relations, with special emphasis on the economic development division of the City Manager's Office.Work requires graphic design proficiency, advanced skills in new and emerging media, strong work ethic and independent judgment. Work involves significant contact with the City's organizational branding and social networks. The Digital Media Intern works closely with all City departments, Westerville residents and businesses, elected officials, and volunteer and service organizations.For consideration, candidates must submit a portfolio of work (web link or PDF), which can include class / personal projects. SUPERVISION Reports to the Community Affairs Director. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORKDesigns artistic, visual communications, including organizational graphics, digital and print material and infographics to inspire, inform and call to action.Possesses excellent interpersonal communication skills, including active listening skills. Demonstrates experience in graphic design, video / audio production and editing.Develops external and internal digital content for web, social media and other channels, as well as produces motion graphics and edits film / video for communication purposes.Applies vision and technical expertise in working directly with the City Manager's Office to develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive, dynamic social media and digital communications plan to brand Westerville as a regional and national destination for residents, visitors and importantly, business.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORKPursuing a degree in Communications / Public Relations, Visual Design, Marketing or related field.Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies, preferred.Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and related software. A general understanding of AP-style writing, preferred.RETIREMENT PENSIONThe City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System. The employee pension payment share is 10% of gross salary.Personal Leave Eligible for 24 hours of personal leave if more than 500 hours worked in previous calendar year.Eligible for 40 hours of personal leave if more than 1000 worked in previous calendar year.01 Did you submit a portfolio of professional, class or personal project samples (web link or PDF) to communityaffairs@westerville.org? Yes No 02 Are you pursuing a degree in Communications / Public Relations, Visual Design, Marketing or related field? Yes No 03 How did you learn about this position? website Governmentjobs.com website (career board) LinkedIn.com (career board) Careerbuilder.com (career board) City Employee Friend Career (Job) Fair CareerBoard.com (career board) Other website not listed Other Required Question

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