Communications Coordinator (18-month contract)

The Corporation of the•Sharon, ON

1d•CA$82,737 - CA$97,336

About The Position

East Gwillimbury (EG) is seeking a Communications Coordinator for an 18-month contract. This role provides communications, graphic design, social media, and website support to promote EG and its services. The coordinator will collaborate with all departments to ensure brand consistency and develop materials for Town activities, programs, services, and initiatives. Responsibilities include leading the development and production of documents, guides, and communication materials, as well as supporting media relations content such as media releases, advisories, and speaking notes.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree/diploma in graphic design/digital marketing, advertising, communications, or a related discipline.
Two years of experience in graphics/marketing, ideally in a municipal environment.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat Professional), Canva, and Microsoft Office (MS PowerPoint, MS-Word, MS-Excel and MS-Outlook).
Photography, web design, and copywriting skills.
Thorough working graphic design knowledge and demonstrated ability to develop marketing publications and materials with impact.
Extensive experience and knowledge of social media practices, including drafting content, posting on all social media platforms, web and social media analytics and reporting.
Experience with writing, editing, and proofreading content for corporate websites and social media channels.
Experience with using Content Management Systems and social media dashboards.
Excellent interpersonal, communication (visual, verbal, written), problem-solving skills, and initiative.
Superior customer service/public relations skills and strong organizational skills.
Excellent time management, analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
Attention to detail.
Political acuity.
Strategic thinker who can conceptualize easily, learn quickly, and initiate new ideas.

Nice To Haves

A certificate, degree or diploma in communications, public relations, media studies, or digital marketing is considered an asset.
Commitment to ongoing training and exploration of communications best practices, including changes in technology and channel development.

Responsibilities

Layout, design, and production of print and digital materials, as well as content for social media and other communication channels.
Provide technical expertise for creating program guides, newsletters, advertisements, signage, posters, infographics, publications, marketing materials, social media posts, and website content.
Design graphic materials to promote Town programs and services.
Create, write, edit, proofread, and post content to all communications channels, including the municipal website and social media, ensuring adherence to standards and guidelines.
Develop communications plans/strategies and design materials to execute tactics for large-scale campaigns.
Maintain Brand Guidelines.
Maintain EG’s “stock photography” portfolio and needs.
Develop and maintain digital advertisements for display in Town facilities.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of communications programs and strategies.
Train and support website content writers.
Moderate social media posts and respond to inquiries.