Communications-Content Producer Level II-(Visual Media Focus)

Puyallup Tribe of Indians•Tacoma, WA

About The Position

This position is responsible for creating content for the Communications Department. This position works as a team member in support of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Level I is expected to handle moderately complex work assignments and disseminates content. Sound judgment and the ability to establish priorities to determine the best methods to accomplish work is expected. Application of general office fundamentals including operating office equipment, basic math and the ability to follow written and oral instructions is expected. Level II acts as a Team Lead when needed and deals with highly complex content projects and is expected to act as a resource to others; work assignments involve creative thinking and the ability to make non-routine decisions. Interruptions and changing priorities are regular occurrences and tight deadlines create job challenges.

Requirements

Level I: HS Diploma/GED required. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Marketing, Communications or Journalism or a related field strongly preferred. Depending on focus area, candidates should demonstrate strong writing skills and understanding of grammar or strong video and photography skills. Understanding of effective social media use and other digital best practices a plus. Digital photo editing experience a plus. Candidates should be able to write effective content specifically for website and social media. Audio/visual experience such as with streaming live on location events a plus.
Level II: All of the Level I requirements and at least two years of content production experience. Candidates may be hired as level II if they are able to demonstrate that they meet the level II requirements. Employees hired as a level I may move to a level II after two years of experience in the position and must demonstrate the ability to perform level II duties and successfully execute projects.
Intermediate to extensive knowledge of word processing is required.
Ability to use digital content tools such as cameras and social media platforms.
Working knowledge of Associated Press style strongly preferred.
Interest in web-based communications and knowledge of web editing skills preferred.
Knowledge of and/or willingness to learn local Tribal culture needed. Cultural sensitivity is highly important. Experience in covering Tribal events a plus. Sensitivity and appreciation for Elders, youth and other members of this and neighboring Tribes is required.
Must have experience in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Must be able to work long hours and carry an unpredictable schedule.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to follow oral instructions and write news and feature stories using correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration and percentages.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver ' s license and proof of insurance. Driver's License restrictions must not prevent the employee from complying with the Tribe's Vehicle Use Policy or driving a GSA vehicle.
Must have a drone pilot's license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Must demonstrate an eye for detail.
Must be able to multi-task and set priorities.
Requires the ability to operate a personal computer, multi-line telephone, calculator, facsimile and photocopier.
Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in English.
Requires the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.

Responsibilities

Develop written articles, photo and/or video ideas and contribute to the Communications Department's editorial calendar of topics to cover.
Create a variety of written content for use with the Communications Department's channels. This may include long- and short-form written articles for Puyallup Tribal News, website copy, social media promotion copies, print publication copy, newsletter content, employee email announcements and press releases.
Proofread written material.
Create a variety of multimedia content for use with the Communications Department's channels. This may include photographs, digital graphics, long form and short-form videos, and streaming videos.
Assist with visual media as needed, posting to the Tribe's website and to Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc., in coordination with the visual media manager.
Research and respond to internal and external requests for information, answer questions and either route or resolve issues and concerns.
Enter event information into calendars both owned by and external to the Tribe as needed
Assist with media relations and events for the Tribe as needed, under the direction of the communications director or other staff.
Contribute to crisis communications response as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Plans and implements complex content projects, such as multi-day, multimedia series.
Maintains a proactive attitude.
Acts as team lead for public relations or other content projects that involve multiple employees, contract contributors and/or departments.