Content and Social Media Coordinator job at UpVentures. Little Falls, NY.

Unite NY is seeking a full time Content and Social Media Coordinator to develop dynamic content, build brand and membership support and tell compelling stories of reforming New York’s political system. In this role, the ideal applicant will have the ability to work in a flexible but demanding work environment, supporting the strategic mission of the organization. Developing, editing and deploying organizational content will be an important part of your job. In addition, the successful applicant will be flexible and able to pinch hit across the organization as needed as this organization ramps up its staffing team.

In this role, you should be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail. This role will require ability to work across various social media and digital platforms and will be best filled by a motivated and enthusiastic individual. Ultimately, your goal will be to help ensure clear communication of our organization’s message across all channels. Hybrid location expected, with some onsite office requirements in Little Falls, NY combined with work from home and travel in New York State.

Responsibilities to include

Help implement communications strategies by leading and providing administrative support to programs and internal teams
Draft and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, newsletters, social media posts)
Assist in maintaining web content and executing social media strategies
Update databases and media lists
Track projects and media exposure
Prepare presentations and reports

Requirements

Required skills and qualifications

Educational background in Political Science, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
Demonstrated passion for public policy, advocacy and/or pursuing social impact
Experience as a Communications Assistant, Communication Specialist or similar role
Understanding of media relations and digital media strategies
Proficient in Google Suite, basic familiarity with design software (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign) and CMS is a plus
Solid editing and researching skills
Excellent communication abilities (oral and written)
Strong attention to detail in producing error free content and maintaining core databases and reporting
Organizational skills
Ability to juggle multiple inputs and projects while being accountable for meeting basic position requirements

Preferred skills and qualifications

Bachelor/Master’s Degree in Political Science, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
Political experience in New York State
Journalism background
Experience working with social media and digital advertising

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
401(k) Plan
Health Care Plan (medical, dental, and vision)
Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, and public holidays)
Family Leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption)
Training & Professional Development
Wellness Resources
Opportunity to join an inclusive, vibrant, and diverse team with ample growth and promotional opportunities
Position would be located approximately 50% of the time in Little Falls, NY, combined with work from home and travel in New York State.

Qualifications

In this role, you should be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail
This role will require ability to work across various social media and digital platforms and will be best filled by a motivated and enthusiastic individual
Educational background in Political Science, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
Demonstrated passion for public policy, advocacy and/or pursuing social impact
Experience as a Communications Assistant, Communication Specialist or similar role
Understanding of media relations and digital media strategies
Solid editing and researching skills
Excellent communication abilities (oral and written)
Strong attention to detail in producing error free content and maintaining core databases and reporting
Organizational skills
Ability to juggle multiple inputs and projects while being accountable for meeting basic position requirements

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
401(k) Plan
Health Care Plan (medical, dental, and vision)
Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, and public holidays)
Family Leave (maternity, paternity, and adoption)
Training & Professional Development
Wellness Resources
Opportunity to join an inclusive, vibrant, and diverse team with ample growth and promotional opportunities
Position would be located approximately 50% of the time in Little Falls, NY, combined with work from home and travel in New York State

Responsibilities

In this role, the ideal applicant will have the ability to work in a flexible but demanding work environment, supporting the strategic mission of the organization
Developing, editing and deploying organizational content will be an important part of your job
In addition, the successful applicant will be flexible and able to pinch hit across the organization as needed as this organization ramps up its staffing team
Help implement communications strategies by leading and providing administrative support to programs and internal teams
Draft and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, newsletters, social media posts)
Assist in maintaining web content and executing social media strategies
Update databases and media lists
Track projects and media exposure
Prepare presentations and reports

Content and Social Media Coordinator at UpVentures Little Falls, NY

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