Communications & Marketing Director

Oklahoma State Government • Oklahoma City, OK

11h • $85,000 - $115,000

About The Position

BASIC PURPOSE : The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) and the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA) are seeking a communications and marketing leader that will be responsible for the external and internal communications efforts of these two agencies. This position will report directly to the Executive Director and collaborate with all areas of the agencies to identify and implement strategic internal and external communications initiatives that support the mission and vision of ODAA/OSIDA. The role is designed to ensure quality, consistency, creativity, and effectiveness in all agency communication and marketing efforts. The individual will work with staff across the agencies to draft, conceptualize, prepare, and distribute various reports, press releases, and other communications using all available media platforms and lead planning efforts for events that promote the agencies’ missions.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a solid understanding of communication principles, with strong written and verbal skills, including excellent writing, editing, and presentation abilities.
• Skilled in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and the Adobe Creative Cloud, with expertise in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and Acrobat.
• Proficient in using social media platforms and knowledgeable about best practices in social media.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or graphic design and at least 10 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate should have a comprehensive understanding of graphic design and digital marketing principles, strategies, and practices, as well as traditional marketing, public relations, and communications areas.
• Expertise in editing software for creating and sharing designs is essential.

Nice To Haves

• a minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership role within a marketing or communications division is preferred.
• Alternatively, candidates may substitute a combination of education and experience with demonstrated proficiency in graphic design, public relations, communications, or serving as a public information officer.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, write, design, and distribute a wide range of agency communications, including digital and graphics, videos, brochures, promotional materials, event materials, internal communications, press releases, and more.
• Develop and review various agency reports and communications, such as websites, videos, and other multimedia content, to ensure that quality, style, and content standards are met.
• Plan and lead agency events, including coordinating with external vendors, assisting with sponsorship solicitation from industry partners, securing event speakers and participants, and managing press for the events.
• Monitor news coverage, proactively pitch stories to the media, manage media briefings
• Direct social media and website management efforts.
• Develop initiatives aimed at strengthening, protecting, and advancing the agency’s internal and external reputation, identity, and brand in a professional, ethical, and transparent manner.
• Identify new communications initiatives that align with and support the agency’s mission and brand.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support agency functions.

What This Job Offers

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