POSITION PURPOSE

The part-time Digital Engagement Specialist will join the America Amplified team from approximately mid-August through mid-October. The position will enhance and optimize the organization's digital presence, ensuring effective communication and engagement with our online audience. The role is integral to maintaining a consistent and engaging online presence and driving audience interaction. This position can be fully remote with a minimum of 20 hours per week and a maximum of 29 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to accurately, satisfactorily, and timely perform the functions listed below. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Monitor, manage, and update the organization’s social media profiles and presence, including Facebook, X, Instagram, and other relevant platforms.
• Create copy and graphics across all platforms to support America Amplified content including case studies and blog post.
• Schedule and publish posts using social media management tools weekly.
• In collaboration with the Project Manager and Engagement Trainers, facilitate the creation and distribution of digital assets and templates for America Amplified newsrooms.
• Coordinate and produce website graphics for America Amplified content.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Maintain an organized digital asset library.
• Assist with the development and updating of digital marketing materials and presentations.
• Support the team with other administrative tasks as needed.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience

        Required

• Journalism experience and/or degree.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Buffer, Google Analytics).
• Basic graphic design skills and familiarity with design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).

        Highly Desirable

• Previous experience in a digital editor or newsroom social media role is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing principles.
• Creative thinking and ability to generate innovative content ideas.
• Ability to make recommendations to effectively solve problems, using judgment consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, and/or government law.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of and advanced experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.