Social Media and Communications Consultant
About The Position
Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislative Assembly responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections and referenda. They administer the Election Act and the provincial electoral process, aiming to serve Albertans as an independent election management body committed to modern, transparent, and accessible democratic processes that ensure the integrity and enhance the value of Alberta’s electoral system. The Social Media and Communications Consultant supports the delivery of the office's internal and external communication and public relations activities. This includes managing social media and content creation, collaborating with vendors for advertising campaigns, creating informative website content, and producing Elections Alberta publications such as annual reports and event materials in both print and digital formats. This role is crucial in developing and conveying meaningful information to Albertans, applying strategic communication skills to ensure key messages are consistent, clear, and easily understood by the general public. The consultant will also deliver highly professional graphic, digital and print design services, creating engaging, informative, and visually appealing content, including photos, videos, graphic illustrations, infographics, and other visual assets, to position Elections Alberta as the trusted source of election and democratic process participation information.
Requirements
- A cover letter is required, briefly summarizing relevant experience and expertise, pertinent strengths and skills, and reasons for interest in the position
- Degree or diploma in visual communication design, graphic design, media, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience in managing social media, designing visual assets, and writing and editing professional communications
- Training and experience in graphic design
- Excellent working knowledge of social media management, software, strategies, analytics, and platforms
- Strong working knowledge and application of communications planning and web communications
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe tools including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Acrobat and other graphic design software to create visual assets
- Well-developed writing and editing skills (e.g. articulate, clear, concise, grammatically correct)
- Ability to assimilate knowledge of legislation and procedures to develop effective messaging
- Excellent verbal communication skills for interaction with stakeholders and the media, as well as strong presentation delivery skills
- Strong project management, time management and organizational skills to help manage and support multiple projects
- Ability to identify emerging trends, issues and other developments or opportunities that may impact the Office's response and/or direction on an issue
- Willing and able to fulfil the requirement and act as a non-partisan representative of Elections Alberta
- Include either a copy of your portfolio or a link to view your online portfolio, showcasing relevant skills and experiences
Nice To Haves
- Experience in video development and editing
Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of the office's internal and external communication and public relations activities
- Manage social media and content creation
- Collaborate with vendors for advertising campaigns
- Create informative website content
- Produce Elections Alberta publications such as annual reports and event materials in both print and digital formats
- Develop and convey meaningful information to Albertans
- Apply strategic communication skills to ensure that key messages are consistent, clear, and easily understood by the general public
- Deliver highly professional graphic, digital and print design services supporting brand and communication strategies and objectives
- Create engaging, informative, and visually appealing content, including photos, videos, graphic illustrations, infographics, and other visual assets for use in print and digital media
- Support positioning Elections Alberta as the trusted source of election and democratic process participation information in Alberta
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan: 1st Choice Benefits Package
- Health Spending Account
- Pension: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Flexible work programs (for successful candidates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
