Media and Communications Specialist- Remote | Albany, New York, United States
Pay rates: $45 - 50/hr on W2
Location: Remote - Candidate must be located in NYC and be familiar with the neighborhoods/communities for marketing and promotion of these public hearings.
Travel: None
"> Job Duties:
- Prepare and distribute timely announcements regarding scheduled hearings and meetings.
- Ensure compliance with applicable public notice requirements and accessibility standards.
- Draft, edit, and disseminate press releases, advertisements, and social media content related to hearings.
- Coordinate with local media outlets to secure coverage and placement of announcements.
- Develop content strategies that increase community awareness and engagement.
- Manage and update social media channels with relevant announcements, reminders, and recaps.
- Monitor community response and engagement.
- Design and oversee the design of print, digital, and social media advertisements for hearings.
- Ensure advertisements are clear, accurate, and consistent with organizational branding.
- Maintain a record of all communications and notices distributed.
Job Qualifications:
- General ability to communicate with project team via email and, on occasion, via WebEx video**
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat for PDFs.
- Good time management and ability to work efficiently and independently.
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree.
- 3 years' experience.
- Familiarity with the neighborhoods/communities for marketing and promotion of these public hearings.
Preferred Credentials:
- Proficiency with social media and marketing and communication channels.
