Digital Communications Specialist

We have an exceptional opportunity for a Digital Communications Specialist to lead SREB’s web, social and other digital communications in support of SREB’s objectives.

What does the SREB Digital Communications Specialist do?

• Proactively improves SREB’s website, email, social and other digital communications
• Coordinates training, collaboration and improvement among SREB web and social media contributors
• Plans, executes and evaluates digital campaigns and feedback strategies
• Leads development of new web content and functionality
• Researches and writes content to support communications priorities
• Manages production of photo, video, audio and information data graphics for the digital communications specialist’s portfolio of projects
• Edits and offers communications advice on external communications by other SREB staff and partners.
• Occasional travel may be required.

What does it take to be an SREB Digital Communications Specialist?

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, education policy or related field
• Five or more years of experience in communications, news writing, marketing or project managementand
• Proven ability to write fluently and edit effectively
• Demonstrated ability to manage a portfolio of multiple projects

• Proven track record of taking initiative and solving problems
• Ability to incorporate basic principles of graphic design into communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience with content management systems, email marketing platforms, social media and web analytics

For this opportunity, we seek candidates with:

• Enthusiasm for learning new information, skills and tools and applying them in teams
• A creative, positive approach to problem-solving
• A strategic approach to communications
• Experience with nonprofit or education organizations
• A grasp of big-picture issues as well as attention to detail

Our commitment to SREB team members includes these benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Flexible spending and health saving account options
• Vision
• Short-term disability
• Generous time off and holidays
• Outstanding retirement plan