Digital Media Specialist

Columbus State University; Columbus (GA); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Albany State University seeks a Digital Media Specialist to develop, manage, and optimize the university's digital presence across web, social media, and multimedia platforms. You will create engaging content, enhance user experience, and drive audience engagement in line with branding and accessibility standards.

The role requires collaboration with campus stakeholders, CMS proficiency, and the ability to analyze metrics to inform strategy.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in digital media, digital communications, marketing, journalism, english, PR, or closely related field.
• 2–3 years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of digital media platforms and trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Creative thinking with ability to produce visually compelling content.
• Analytical mindset to interpret data and adjust strategies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills for multiple projects.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse campus stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and brand consistency.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and maintain the university's digital platforms, including website content, social media channels, and multimedia assets.
• Create and publish engaging digital content (graphics, videos, photography, copy) to support campaigns and initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze digital performance metrics and provide improvement recommendations.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments on digital communication strategies.
• Ensure content aligns with branding, accessibility, and best practices.
• Support website updates and CMS enhancements.
• Assist in planning and executing digital marketing campaigns (email, social).
• Stay current with digital media trends and tools.
• Provide training to campus partners on digital communication practices.
• Perform other duties for the Office of Marketing and Communications.

Conhecimentos

Digital media platforms

Written and verbal communication

Creative content production

Data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Bachelor's in digital media/related field

Bachelor's in digital discipline

Ferramentas

Drupal/WordPress

Google Analytics

Adobe Creative Suite/Canva/Final Cut Pro

SEO and ADA accessibility

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Digital Media Specialist is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing Albany State University's digital presence across web, social media, and multimedia platforms. This position supports the university's strategic marketing and communication goals by creating engaging digital content, enhancing user experience, and increasing audience engagement. The specialist collaborates with campus stakeholders to ensure consistent branding, messaging, and digital innovation.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Manage and maintain the university's digital platforms, including website content, social media channels, and multimedia assets.
• Create and publish engaging digital content, including graphics, videos, photography, and written copy to support marketing campaigns and institutional initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze digital performance metrics (e.g., website traffic, social media engagement) and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to develop and implement digital communication strategies.
• Ensure all digital content aligns with Albany State University branding standards, accessibility requirements, and best practices.
• Support website updates and enhancements using the institution's content management system (CMS).
• Assist in planning and executing digital marketing campaigns, including email marketing and social media promotions.
• Stay current with emerging digital media trends, tools, and technologies to enhance the university's online presence.
• Provide guidance and training to campus partners on effective digital communication practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Office of Marketing and Communications.

• Bachelors degree in Digital Media/ Digital Communications, Marketing or Digital Marketing, Journalism, English, Public Relations, or closely related field.
• Two (2) or three (3) years of related experience.
• Strong understanding of digital media platforms and trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Creative thinking with the ability to produce visually compelling and engaging content.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse campus stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to brand consistency.

• Bachelor's degree in a digital-specific discipline (Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Multimedia Communications).
• Experience working in higher education or a similar institutional environment.

Salary commensurate with education and experience

• Proficiency with content management systems (e.g., Drupal, WordPress) and social media management tools.
• Experience with digital analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics or similar platforms).
• Working knowledge of graphic design and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Final Cut Pro, or similar tools).
• Familiarity with SEO, digital accessibility standards (ADA compliance), and web best practices.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at [phone], or by email at [e-mail].

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

• a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
• a successful pre-employment drug test

Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at [phone]. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.