Digital Media Manager

State of Oregon

2d • $6,348 - $9,370 • Hybrid

About The Position

Exciting Opportunity: Be a DIGITAL MEDIA MANAGER for Governor Kotek!! Office of the Governor Salary Range: $6348.00 - $9370/00/Monthly Location: Salem, Oregon/HYBRID Must be located in the Portland Metro or Salem area Apply Today: The Office of the Governor is seeking a skilled and experienced Strategic Content Creator (Public Affairs Specialist 2) to serve as a key member of the Governor’s communications team. This role is responsible for managing Governor Kotek’s online presence and crafting compelling, high-impact content across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will produce and execute a detailed content calendar in collaboration with the Public Affairs and Communications Director. They will attend in-person events to capture content, live stream, and be the primary photographer and videographer for the Governor’s Office What We Are Looking For The Governor’s Office is seeking a dynamic, creative, and mission-driven communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and skilled storyteller with sophisticated technical skill at capturing and editing photos and videos for diverse audiences across digital platforms. They are a collaborative team player with a deep understanding of public affairs, media trends, and digital engagement strategies. What You Will be Doing In this role, the Digital media Manager will serve as a key of the communication team. As the lead for digital and social media content, this individual will shape the Governor’s online presence, manage the Oregon.gov website and emergency response pages, and act as the primary liaison with the site’s vendor. They will craft engaging, authentic content that reflects the Governor’s voice, connects with Oregonians, and amplifies key policy initiatives. The position is also responsible for growing the Governor’s digital reach through strategic content planning, monitoring social media engagement, and using performance data to refine messaging. Strong collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders is essential, as is the ability to develop communication toolkits and produce compelling visual content such as infographics, videos, and social media graphics, to support storytelling and public engagement.

Requirements

• Proficiency in digital tools such as content management systems (CMS), video editing software, and social media scheduling platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and message consistency.
• Professional experience in digital media communications, or a related field
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different platforms and audiences.
• Experience managing social media accounts for public figures, organization, or campaign, including content creation, audience engagement, and analytics.
• A bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, the Behavioral or Social Sciences or related degree and two years professional level experience in Public Relations or Affairs OR Five years’ experience directly related to the position under recruitment; two of the five years must have been at the professional level.
• Must provide writing sample attachment or link of completed work
• Must be located in the Portland metro or Salem area.

Nice To Haves

• A deep understanding of Oregon’s political landscape, policy priorities, and the communities served by the Governor’s Office.
• A commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive communication.
• Experience working in a government, nonprofit, or advocacy setting.
• Comfort with public-facing roles and the ability to represent the Governor’s voice authentically and respectfully.
• Creative instincts for visual storytelling, including basic graphic design or video production skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape the Governor’s online presence
• Manage the Oregon.gov website and emergency response pages
• Act as the primary liaison with the site’s vendor
• Craft engaging, authentic content that reflects the Governor’s voice, connects with Oregonians, and amplifies key policy initiatives
• Grow the Governor’s digital reach through strategic content planning, monitoring social media engagement, and using performance data to refine messaging
• Develop communication toolkits and produce compelling visual content such as infographics, videos, and social media graphics, to support storytelling and public engagement.

Benefits

• Inform the Public About Progress in Oregon: Play a key role in crafting the Governor’s voice and message across the state, helping to inform, inspire, and engage Oregonians on the issues that matter most.
• Make a Meaningful Impact: Your work will directly support initiatives that improve lives, promote equity, and advance the Governor’s policy priorities—from climate action to housing, education, and economic opportunity.
• 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees