Digital Content and Visual Communications Officer
Ascham School
188 New South Head Rd, Edgecliff NSW 2027
Posted on: 26 November 2024
Closing date: 8 December, 2024
Ascham values staff who demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for energetic, dedicated and capable staff who are full of ideas and embrace a fast-paced environment, demonstrate initiative, empathy, a good sense of humour and professional behaviour to achieve the School’s strategic objectives.
We are seeking a Digital Content & Visual Communications Officer to join our Community Engagement Department. This is an exciting role suitable for someone with interest and skill in digital content development and visual communication for social media, websites, EDMs (including eNews), films, podcasts and digital publications.
The successful candidate will report to the Director of Community Engagement and collaborate closely with the Engagement Team on campaigns and projects that showcase Ascham School and aligned to the School’s strategic plan.
The Officer will use excellent written communication skills and experience in digital content creation and editing, seeking opportunities to create unique digital and social media content to grow engagement across the wider School community. Content will be fresh, professional, accurate and engaging – to best meet the needs of Ascham School stakeholders both internally and externally, with a disciplined application of Ascham School brand identity and tone.
The role requires the Digital Content & Visual Communications Officer to make recommendations and provide feedback regarding digital content design and content principles (as well as technical requirements) across the organisation.
This is a full-time permanent role.
Essential Criteria
• tertiary degree or demonstrated experience in media communications, visual communications, and or multimedia communications
• excellent communication skills with the ability to confidently deliver clear and concise messages for effective online copy across all Ascham’s stakeholder groups
• skills in creating user-centric content using contemporary techniques
• understanding of the methods and media of visual communication
• understanding of web design principles
• social media management: having the skills and knowledge to build out good quality social media content on a regular basis is more important to us than years of professional experience
• creating the social media calendar with careful planning for all channels, including writing, posting, scheduling and community management aligned to strategy
• email campaign experience importing members, creating emails, generating reports
• exceptional interpersonal skills and commitment to positive and professional relationships including the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively with a range of stakeholders to meet multiple deadlines amid competing priorities.
• advanced levels of computer literacy and Microsoft Office 365 applications (SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc)
• Advanced levels in Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro and Illustrator. Comfortable with a range of editing tools, such as: Adobe Creative Suite, mobile creator apps, and in-app editing (Instagram Story and Reels creation etc.) a distinct advantage
• Well-developed time management and organisational skills with the ability to work proactively, autonomously, and successfully deliver to deadlines especially when under pressure
• Attention to detail
• A team player and a can-do attitude
• A valid Working with Children clearance
• Ensure compliance with the School’s Code of Conduct and all other internal policies and procedures
The successful applicant will enjoy a stimulating work environment in a team of talented professionals, and attractive remuneration and benefits.
Please apply via Seek (Digital Content and Visual Communications Officer Job in Edgecliff, Sydney NSW – SEEK) with your cover letter addressing the essential criteria and curriculum vitae (please include WWCC & First Aid and CPR details) and the names and contact details of two referees by 11:59pm, Sunday 08 December 2024. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
