Job Details

Media and Communications Specialist- Remote | Albany, New York, United States
Pay rates: $45 - 50/hr on W2

Location: Remote - Candidate must be located in NYC and be familiar with the neighborhoods/communities for marketing and promotion of these public hearings.

Travel: None

"> Job Duties:

• Prepare and distribute timely announcements regarding scheduled hearings and meetings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable public notice requirements and accessibility standards.
• Draft, edit, and disseminate press releases, advertisements, and social media content related to hearings.
• Coordinate with local media outlets to secure coverage and placement of announcements.
• Develop content strategies that increase community awareness and engagement.
• Manage and update social media channels with relevant announcements, reminders, and recaps.
• Monitor community response and engagement.
• Design and oversee the design of print, digital, and social media advertisements for hearings.
• Ensure advertisements are clear, accurate, and consistent with organizational branding.
• Maintain a record of all communications and notices distributed.

• General ability to communicate with project team via email and, on occasion, via WebEx video**
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat for PDFs.
• Good time management and ability to work efficiently and independently.

• Associate degree.
• 3 years' experience.
• Familiarity with the neighborhoods/communities for marketing and promotion of these public hearings.

• Proficiency with social media and marketing and communication channels.