Public Information and Digital Media Coordinator

Do you have a passion for social media? Are you an innovative, energetic, and detail-oriented communicator? The SC Department of Agriculture (SCDA) is looking for a Public Information and Digital Media Coordinator to help achieve our communications and marketing goals.

In this role you will:

Work with communications staff and agency leadership to design and execute social media campaigns to achieve SCDA's communications and marketing goals. Develop and create relevant content for social media, including images, videos, and written material, while adhering to agency brand standards. Prepare and maintain social media calendars to support the agency's mission and those of our associated brands. Assist with writing and editing press releases, talking points, reports, articles, website copy and other communications for release to the media or general public. Help research and respond to media requests, maintain the press release distribution list, and monitor news coverage of agriculture and the agency. Attend agency and industry events to capture images and create content for social media and other communications functions. Forecast, measure, analyze, and prepare periodic reports on the impact of social media campaigns, and adapt accordingly. Maintain an awareness of social media trends, new platforms, and industry best practices.

BENEFITS

Generous State benefits to include retirement, health, vision, dental and life insurance. Premium for BCBS State Standard Plan for employee only coverage is less than $100/month! Premium for BCBS State Standard Plan for full family coverage is only $307/month! 13 paid holidays; generous annual and sick leave accruals. Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave. Employee Assistance Program Free counseling sessions for employees and household members Free Life Management Services (legal, financial, and more) A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field and at least 2 years related work experience. Experience with a variety of social media platforms and management tools. Valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle. Experience with Adobe Suite design software. High degree of professionalism is expected. Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Publisher, MS Power Point, Outlook email, and Outlook calendar. Excellent use of oral and written communication skills; proper grammar. Exemplary attention to detail and accuracy. Periodic overnight travel required. Must be able to attend occasional evening and weekend meetings/events. Position is based in the Wade Hampton building on the Statehouse grounds. This is not a remote position, but employee may be eligible for one remote day per week after probationary period.