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Social Media and Graphic Design Strategist
Virginia Jobs, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Title:
Social Media and Graphic Design Strategist #01080
State Role Title:
Media Specialist III
Hiring Range:
$42,905 - $65,000
Pay Band:
4
Agency:
Virginia Department of Agriculture
Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS
Agency Website: www.vdacs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a candidate for the position of Social Media and Graphic Design Strategist in the Office of Communications. This position conceptualizes and creates designs, concepts, and layouts, and produces digital, video, and photographic content for various social media channels, internal and external websites, and print collateral to support the public relations, marketing, and community relations initiatives of the agency. These activities promote the awareness, understanding and positive image of the agency, agriculture, and industries represented by the agency to the public, industry stakeholders, and internal audiences. Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth's telework policy.
Minimum Qualifications
Comprehensive knowledge of public relations strategy, communication concepts and techniques, and electronic communication distribution channels, to include Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn. Demonstrates skills in Associated Press Style writing, social media strategy and content development, graphic design, relationship building, organization, and developing and maintaining brand management strategies. Ability to design visually appealing and cohesive graphics for social media posts, advertisements, and other promotional materials, track and analyze key performance indicators of social media campaigns, possess ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate social media programming, meet deadlines, and work independently. Ability to manage communications between the agency and state/local stakeholders, communicate effectively using information technology, websites, and social media, and perform crisis communications with various audiences. Demonstrated ability to write professional, clear, concise, and compelling communications, proficiency with graphic programs and design concepts, and demonstrated knowledge of audio/video recording and editing. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite, to include Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Premiere. The selected applicant must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety. H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
Additional Considerations
Combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge of graphic design, visual/media arts, public relations, mass communications, journalism, English, or related field will be taken into consideration. Experience related to agriculture is not necessary, however, an interest or curiosity in agriculture, food, nature, and the outdoors, and/or Virginia would be helpful in performing this role. Demonstrated experience as an agency/organization communicator is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, incumbents of this position are required to complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests form upon hire and annually thereafter.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff, and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-371-8581
Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Social Media and Graphic Design Strategist #01080
State Role Title:
Media Specialist III
Hiring Range:
$42,905 - $65,000
Pay Band:
4
Agency:
Virginia Department of Agriculture
Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS
Agency Website: www.vdacs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a candidate for the position of Social Media and Graphic Design Strategist in the Office of Communications. This position conceptualizes and creates designs, concepts, and layouts, and produces digital, video, and photographic content for various social media channels, internal and external websites, and print collateral to support the public relations, marketing, and community relations initiatives of the agency. These activities promote the awareness, understanding and positive image of the agency, agriculture, and industries represented by the agency to the public, industry stakeholders, and internal audiences. Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth's telework policy.
Minimum Qualifications
Comprehensive knowledge of public relations strategy, communication concepts and techniques, and electronic communication distribution channels, to include Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn. Demonstrates skills in Associated Press Style writing, social media strategy and content development, graphic design, relationship building, organization, and developing and maintaining brand management strategies. Ability to design visually appealing and cohesive graphics for social media posts, advertisements, and other promotional materials, track and analyze key performance indicators of social media campaigns, possess ability to research, plan, implement and evaluate social media programming, meet deadlines, and work independently. Ability to manage communications between the agency and state/local stakeholders, communicate effectively using information technology, websites, and social media, and perform crisis communications with various audiences. Demonstrated ability to write professional, clear, concise, and compelling communications, proficiency with graphic programs and design concepts, and demonstrated knowledge of audio/video recording and editing. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite, to include Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Premiere. The selected applicant must have and maintain a valid driver's license with a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety. H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
Additional Considerations
Combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge of graphic design, visual/media arts, public relations, mass communications, journalism, English, or related field will be taken into consideration. Experience related to agriculture is not necessary, however, an interest or curiosity in agriculture, food, nature, and the outdoors, and/or Virginia would be helpful in performing this role. Demonstrated experience as an agency/organization communicator is preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, incumbents of this position are required to complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests form upon hire and annually thereafter.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff, and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: 804-371-8581
Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.