Contract Posting #: SD 0512017AD

Posting Date: December 14, 2017
Submit application by: December 29, 2017

About SelfDesign

The SelfDesign Learning Community is among the largest distributed learning schools and personalized learning programs in British Columbia, Canada. Funded by the BC Ministry of Education, SelfDesign enables learners to complete K-12 by exploring their passions and taking the lead in their own learning and life. With personalized guidance from BC certified educators, learning unfolds at home and within local and online communities. Learn more at www.selfdesign.org.

Position Available

Digital Communications Specialist

This is a contract position

Contract Overview

Working collaboratively with the Communications & Marketing team, the Digital Communications Specialist is a tech-savvy online communications and marketing specialist responsible for supporting SelfDesign online communications and marketing activities. The role will require intermediate experience using a number of digital communications and analytics tools, as well as proficiency in digital/visual design.

Contract Description

• Prepare and upload content to digital media channels, including SelfDesign’s website/s, newsletters, email campaigns and social media channels

• Design and produce branded multimedia assets and campaigns such as brochures, newsletters, digital ads, surveys and other graphic projects

• Monitor communications mailbox and provide communications/marketing support to organizational projects, groups or teams as requested

• Proofread and edit content to ensure that messages are coherent, re-enforce strategic communications/marketing plans and adhere to brand standards

• Monitor SelfDesign website/s content and functionality to ensure it is up-to-date, accurate and properly linked

• Provide support in the development of a new website

• Develop and manage email management system including creating internal and external stakeholder email lists and organizing, coordinating and distributing email notifications and campaigns

• Assist in managing photo, video and brand assets, channels/apps/accounts and guidelines

• Create monthly website, email marketing, and social media analytics reports

• Adhere to and promote appropriate use of brand, writing styles and coherent approach to document use and files

• Participate in online weekly team meetings

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in communications and/or marketing

• 3 - 5 years of experience developing and implementing online communications and marketing activities

• Demonstrated experience using WordPress, simple HTML, SurveyMonkey, Canva and/or Photoshop and MailChimp

• Hands-on experience working with social media tools including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, and analytics tools

• Desktop publishing and digital/visual design experience

• Understanding of publishing workflows, content management, user interface/design and content navigation

• Solid understanding of the latest web and digital technology

• Strong knowledge and interest in learning new computer software/programs

• High level of proficiency with Google docs/email

• Previous office experience working in a fast-paced environment

• Well-organized, with strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage a large volume of emails/files and numerous projects

• Ability to take direction and work independently, while being part of a collaborative online work environment

• Ability to write clear and professional communications

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with team members across the organization

• Availability at regular times during Pacific time zone working hours

• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and deliverables of the contract

• Fluency in written and spoken English

This is a contract position and as an independent contractor, the successful candidate will be required to provide their own hardware, software, and reliable network connectivity to be fully compatible with SelfDesign requirements. Access to a private workspace and a working environment that ensures security, confidentiality and accessibility is required.

Contract Period

January 2018 to July 31, 2018 with potential for renewal.

Contract Amount

Based on education and experience.

Application Due Date

Please send a cover letter describing why you would be the ideal candidate along with a resume to 80856738@freshgigs.ca (quote job number SD 0512017AD) by December 29, 2017. Thank you for applying; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Confidentiality is essential, and as we are an educational institution, the successful candidate must complete a Criminal Record Check.