Media Services Coordinator III

The Media Services Coordinator performs various professional and technical support services for the City's Communications and Engagement department, including content creation, graphic design and layout, website content, visual, audio, and digital communication, strong copywriting skills, proofreading, and technical writing and research. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Please attach a portfolio of your work with your application.

Your Impact

• Administer the City's primary social media accounts; develop content strategy for communicating the messages of the City Council and City Manager, and for major significant City events and issues. Provide support for continued development of the City's brand and marketing; review and respond to public inquiries and comments on social media platforms.
• Administer several other City social media accounts, including those for highly visible programs; advise City staff on social media use and style and content guidelines. Assist departments in developing content, site layout, and communication of appropriate messages.
• Perform technical research for newsletter stories, feature articles, and other public information materials. Provide technical writing and editorial support as requested for special projects, newsletters, presentations, and reports.
• Meet with other department representatives to determine project scope and clarify the intended message and the proposed audience for the material. Develop written copy following City style guidelines; develop graphics and visual images to illustrate the message; and select photographs when appropriate.
• Assist in coordinating activities with the central reprographic unit, commercial printers, photographers, writers, editors, and suppliers of various publication services, and create production schedules.
• Assist with administering the department's presence on the City's websites; support content development for communicating the department's messages on events and priorities.
• Provide support for the continued development of the department's brand and marketing.
• Support the development of digital assets and visual strategy for communicating City Council and City Manager initiatives, and for major significant City events and issues.
• Represent the department at community, inter-departmental, and other professional meetings, some evening and weekend events.
• Find additional information in the Media Services Coordinator III job description.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, graphic design, or related field.
• Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in public relations, computerized graphic illustration, or multimedia production/broadcasting, including knowledge of website development applications and protocols, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• May require a valid California driver's license.
  
  

Best Fit

• Must have advanced social media strategy and content creation skills, including graphic design skills with Adobe products (Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator).
• Excellent copywriting skills for social media posts, newsletters, website copy, and remarks for leadership.
• Experience working with elected officials and/or community stakeholders.
• Advanced skills in PDF creation and editing knowledge within Acrobat Pro.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint is highly desired to create visually captivating presentations that effectively communicate the City's brand and message.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and timelines and handle highly sensitive and confidential information while providing exceptional customer service.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with high attention to detail.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills. Proficiency in MS Office software.
  
  

Your Team

Irvine is recognized as one of America's Best Places to Live, according to Money Magazine . The City of Irvine features an array of entertainment and recreational opportunities, including exceptional parks, open space preservations, sports complexes, and master-planned communities.

The City of Irvine Communications & Engagement Department plays a crucial role in maintaining an effective flow of information between the City government and its residents, businesses, and visitors. This department is responsible for ensuring that the public is well-informed about city policies, initiatives, events, programs, and services. It manages various channels of communication, including the City's website, Inside Irvine , social media platforms, press releases, digital media, video, and more, to disseminate important information to the community. Additionally, the department engages with the public through community outreach programs and public relations efforts, seeking to foster a sense of community and facilitate feedback and participation from the Irvine community. The department is also home to the City's International and Multicultural Affairs programs, Irvine Community Television, and Destination Irvine.

The Process

The selection process will include an examination and conduct a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions within the organization's similar and/or lower classifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.

Closing Date/Time: 7/18/2024 5:00 PM Pacific