Job posting: Digital Communications Director

Overview

The Digital Communications Director is responsible for managing social media accounts, creating digital content, and communicating with the press. We are seeking an energetic, self-starter who is quick thinking and can work well on a team. This position works in conjunction with the Communications Director.

Responsibilities

• Produce digital content based on legislation moving through the Senate, including infographics and videos
• Write and distribute press releases, op-eds, and newsletters
• Work collaboratively with the Chief of Staff, Communications team, and other Majority Office staffers
• This position reports to the Majority Office Chief of Staff and works with a Communications Director 

Qualifications

• Efficient and organized, ability to meet all deadlines
• Comfortable with frequent change and shifting responsibilities in a multi-functional role
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and GoogleDocs 
• Experience with Flickr, iMovie, Canva, and MailChimp
• Familiarity with the legislative process and recent legislation
• Prior communications experience required 

Position type

• Full time
• Session Only (January – May)

 Application instructions

• Please send your resume, cover letter, and salary request to ariana.busby@state.co.us
• Applicants must provide at least three writing samples. 

 Closing date

• Monday, October 2, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.  Resumes received after this will not be considered.