26-27 Communications Assistant

Vicksburg-Warren School District • Vicksburg, MS

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About The Position

Assembles recorded video footage into a finished project that matches the district’s vision and is suitable for broadcasting.Ultimately, as a film and video editor, you should be able to bring sight and sound together in order to tell a cohesive story. Writes, edits, designs and coordinates the production of district communications such as newsletters and social media posts. Provides support in planning, scheduling, coordinating and staffing special system and/or media events including Board of Education meetings, district-level outreach and community events, school tours, press conferences, banquets, exhibits, Open Houses and other events. Serves as the District's chief media person and as an intermediary between school administrators/officials and media professionals in order to provide information on district and school initiatives, activities, policies, and operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations or a related field or commensurate experience.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communications skills
• Experience with graphic and web design, and social media management
• Advanced computer proficiency with Google Adobe InDesign, Photoshop; audio/visual equipment
• Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with other employees, administrative personnel, and the public
• Ability to edit video using appropriate software
• Ability to organize and coordinate meetings and events
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of communications experience or an internship in public relations.
• Must provide a portfolio of video, graphics and writing sample (s).

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of communications and public relations materials to include news releases, brochures, flyers, presentations, newsletters, and other information as appropriate/needed.
• Assists in the writing and graphic design of promotional or informational materials for printing and distribution.
• Supports the maintenance of district website and supports school webmasters.
• Assists with social media communications for district.
• Maintains database records and files including mailing lists and publication distribution information.
• Provides photographic support district-wide, attends on-site functions as needed, and assists in the maintenance and development of an up-to-date photographic library to meet district communications/marketing project needs.
• Edits video productions, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level