Communications Manager
Columbia County (GA) Chamber of Commerce - New York, New York, United States,![Columbia County (GA) Chamber of Commerce](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
Work at Columbia County (GA) Chamber of Commerce
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Overview
The position is responsible for communications workflow and production for all internal and external communications and implementing marketing and communications strategies for the Columbia County Chamber. Communication functions include but are not limited to, quarterly newsletters, publication articles, annual resource guides, web-based initiatives, social media for all programs, video, and photography projects, preparing committee agendas and minutes, and assisting with committee research and projects as directed.
Status:
This position is a non-exempt, hourly, full-time, at-will position.
Job Relationships:
Reports to the Vice President
Coordinates with and supports President / CEO, Board Chair, staff
Supports Committee Chairs as requested
Frequent contact with Chamber members, staff, volunteers, and press/media representatives
Responsibilities:
Acts as manager and coordinator for all Chamber Communications tools.
Coordinates advertising for publications and websites to meet financial requirements for printing and publishing.
Manages web presence.
Develops and maintains communications activity reports on web-based and social media usage, analyzing effectiveness and ROI.
Plans and coordinates communication plan of assigned Chamber events, programs, and initiatives, including sponsorship solicitation, pre-event advertising, social media, video, and photography during the event, and re-cap on social media sites and web.
Coordinates media coverage for major events and prepares press releases.
Coordinates all in-kind media trade for events, including contracts, commercials, and the sponsors’ benefits for trade.
Drafts written communication for professional journals, including legislative, advocacy papers, and research.
Coordinates assigned activities as determined by the Strategic / Business Plan.
Provides required detailed monthly communication report to President / CEO.
Participates in staff development as directed by the President / CEO. This may include some evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
Advocates for the Chamber to promote membership, service, and participation in events.
Provides coordination, direction, research, and support to the Government Affairs Committee and other committees/programs as assigned by the Vice President and President & CEO. The level of support is to be determined by the current chair of each program and may include preparing agendas, taking minutes, emailing or other communications with committee members, making copies of agendas and other handouts, and recruiting committee members.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires a person who can stand, sit at a desk or computer terminal, drive a car, have the ability to lift up to 30 pounds on occasion, load and unload materials for events, deliver materials, and climb stairs.
Qualifications/Skills Required:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Business, Public Relations, or Sales and Marketing
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Working knowledge of video editing
Working knowledge of photography
Strong working knowledge of social media platforms
Excellent organizational and people skills
Ability to efficiently handle multi-tasked operations
Strong general computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook.
Ability to work with and manage volunteer teams and leaders.
Ability to work as a team.
Willing to be flexible with business hours and accepting new responsibilities.
Terms of Employment:
Job performance evaluations may occur at 30-day provisional, 90-day, annually, or as needed.
Georgia is an “at-will” employment state, meaning either the employee or the employer can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.
Drugs Don’t Work program to include pre-employment testing and random screening.
Strong work ethic.
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Cell phone reimbursement
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
Evans, GA 30809 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Evans, GA 30809: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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