Digital Communications Associate
At a glance
Junior Communications role at City of New York. New York · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $60,283–$102,500.
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What you'll do
- Shape and carry out the office’s digital plan with the communications director and team
- Write, create and publish social posts, turning policy work and government initiatives into accessible content
- Take video projects from idea through filming, editing, captions and platform-ready versions
- Create social graphics, event flyers and other digital materials that keep the office’s visuals consistent
- Update the website, cover events for timely photos and video, and use engagement data to improve content
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree plus two years in related community work, or a high school diploma with six years’ experience
- At least one year of experience in community work or community-centered activities related to these duties
- Strong video production and editing ability, plus demonstrated graphic design experience
Who this fits
This junior, hands-on role suits someone who can carry digital projects from concept to publication and respond quickly to emerging opportunities. You’ll work on-site in New York and report to the Director of Communications.
From the employer
The Manhattan Borough President’s Office seeks a creative, hands-on Digital Communications Associate to help communicate the Borough President’s work and connect Manhattanites with the office. The position will create engaging social media content, produce videos and graphics, maintain the office’s website, and help expand its online audience.
Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Digital Communications Associate will work collaboratively with the communications team to develop and execute a digital strategy that supports the Borough President’s priorities. The ideal candidate can take a project from concept to publication, translate policy and government initiatives into accessible content, and respond quickly to emerging opportunities. Strong video production and editing skills, along with demonstrated graphic design experience, are essential.
Responsibilities:
- Work with the Director of Communications and the communications team to develop and execute the office’s digital strategy.
- Draft, create, and publish content for the Borough President’s social media accounts.
- Identify opportunities for compelling video content and manage production from concept through completion, including scripting, shooting, editing, captioning, and formatting for different platforms.
- Design and produce social media graphics, event flyers, and other digital materials that maintain a consistent visual identity across the office’s communications.
- Attend events and accompany the Borough President as needed to capture timely photo and video content.
- Maintain and update the office’s website, keeping information accurate, accessible, and current, and coordinate with technical support on improvements and new features.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the office to communicate policy initiatives, public events, constituent resources, and other priorities.
- Coordinate with other elected officials, organizations, and external partners to amplify shared initiatives and expand the reach of the office’s content.
- Monitor engagement and regularly review analytics to improve content, grow audiences, and inform digital strategy.
- Stay current on social media trends and tools, identifying opportunities to strengthen the office’s digital communications.
- Other responsibilities and projects as assigned.
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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