Communications Coordinator

Description

Position Title: Communications Coordinator

Salary: 41,236.92

Hourly Rate: 19.82

Department: Public Information

Pay Grade: 14

Location: Valdosta, Georgia

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Overview

The Communications Coordinator assists the Public Information Office in executing the City of Valdosta's marketing and public outreach initiatives. This position focuses primarily on content creation and media production, including oversight of the Let's Talk Valdosta podcast and Metro 17/YouTube Channel. The Coordinator works in collaboration with the Media Coordinator and department leadership to ensure consistent messaging and support citywide communications efforts.

• Develop creative concepts and pitch story ideas to promote the City of Valdosta across Metro 17, the Let's Talk Valdosta podcast, and other media channels.
• Produce podcast episodes, including content planning, guest coordination, recording, editing, and scheduling.
• Conceptualize and produce programming for Metro 17/YouTube broadcasts, including scriptwriting, research, and coordinating production efforts.
• Capture and edit video and photos for use in city communications, including award ceremonies, meetings, and special events.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and manage video and podcast production equipment and related software.
• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communication platforms, supporting the city's brand.
• Assist in coordinating media outreach, including interviews, press conferences, and public/media inquiries.
• Collaborate with the Media Coordinator on social media and visual storytelling to ensure unified messaging across platforms.
• Support website content updates and digital media initiatives as assigned by the Manager.
• Participate in departmental campaigns, projects, and public events; provide backup support to the Media Coordinator and serve as backup to the Manager as needed.
• Collaborate on department-led campaigns, events, and outreach initiatives.
• Provide cross-functional support in photography, video, writing, and digital media tasks, as assigned.
• Serve as backup to the Media Coordinator as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public relations, journalism, modern office procedures, computer systems and job-related software, website management, and social media best practices.
• Photography skills preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field from an accredited institution preferred.
• One to two years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, media design, or a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• One to two years of relevant experience in media, public relations, or digital communications is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
  
  

Applications

Please complete a City of Valdosta Application form and email it to [email protected] to be considered for the position you are interested in applying for. An application must be submitted for each position you are interested in. A resume and cover letter may be attached as additional information only. You may apply in person at the City of Valdosta Human Resources Department, 216 East Central Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31601.

Sorry, no phone calls, please.

The City of Valdosta offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer. For more information, go to http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees/e-verify-overview.