Johnston County Public Schools

Job Description

TITLE: Communication and Marketing Coordinator    

PAY GRADE: Administrator Salary Scale

REPORTS TO: Chief Communications Officer

JOB GOAL: To ensure effective and efficient communication to all audiences of the Johnston County Public School System through the production of quality multimedia content.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ideal candidate is proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud Apps: Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Indesign, and Illustrator, as well as AP Style, and social media.
• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, video production or a related field required
• At least 3 years of experience in a communication-related position is preferred
• Ability to function independently with minimal oversight

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate district communication projects and assist with overseeing department operations
• Create and manage communication campaigns, including content for social media channels and news media outlets
• Develop strategic communication plans related to marketing, news, and social media
• Oversee website content for various school system departments
• Coordinate communication professional development districtwide
• Manage district social media accounts
• Maintain archives of all district and social media accounts
• Manage archival of news articles relating to the school system
• Produce and distribute multimedia content for traditional and modern platforms
• Create/design graphics for media packages and videos
• Assist in set design and location scouting. Set up and position equipment for production
• Assist with photography activities for the school system
• Operate all equipment, gear and software vital to the video production process. Includes cameras, audio capture devices, lighting, computers, and editing software
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of industry standards and evolving technology
• Collaborate in the development of scripts, storyboards, and detailed execution plans, including project schedules, technical requirements, and talent coordination
• Assist with the planning and implementation of school system special events, including those on weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Active participant in JCPS Communication Team
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and carry audio/visual equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to speak before groups of people with poise, voice control and confidence.
• Ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives and others.

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.