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The Digital Media Specialist must have a strong understanding of social and digital media outlets, with the ability to create innovative digital experiences and engaging social media content. Must be an outstanding writer, proofer, and editor, with a keen attention to detail in all work assignments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include but are not limited to the following: Work with the Digital Media Manager and Digital Media Director to execute the Show’s digital media strategy for each platform. Implement industry standard design while maintaining standardization and ease of maintenance, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and timeliness of information and content. Assist with RODEOHOUSTON mobile app push notification campaigns. Work closely with departments across the organization to assist in their digital media responsibilities. Suggest ways to use the website and app to promote the Show and better engage audiences and stakeholders; recommend industry trends and new technologies. Coordinate with the Social Media Senior Specialist on content creation and scheduling as needed. Support planning and distribution of content across RODEOHOUSTON social media platforms, including images, videos, and post copy. Evaluate social and digital platform insights and provide strategy updates upon request. Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies, including scripting, web services, application security, graphic design tools, new development languages, web accessibility standards, and application stacks. Attend RODEOHOUSTON events and produce live social media content. Work with outside vendors as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Dynamic, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual with experience in website and graphic design and maintenance; knowledgeable in Google Analytics; excellent writing skills; HTML editing, site development, and management skills. Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques, including written, oral, and visual media. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Associate or bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, public relations, or related fields, with 2-3 years of relevant experience and/or training. Preferred experience in live entertainment, music, concert industry, or professional sports. Strong writing, copy editing, and communication skills required. Ability to work on a team and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to handle high-pressure situations. Experience with public relations or social media/digital agencies preferred. Proficiency in AP Stylebook guidelines. Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task. Knowledge of data reporting and insights preferred. TECHNICAL SKILLS Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects). Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word). Experience with WordPress or other CMS platforms. Working knowledge of social media platforms (TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and emerging platforms). REQUIREMENTS Position requires nights and weekend support during Rodeo and throughout the year. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May need to walk frequently on grounds during the Show. Must be able to lift/move 15+ pounds. Extended work hours, especially during peak periods; some travel required. WORK ENVIRONMENT Busy, fast-paced marketing and event environment with multiple deadlines. Heavy computer use and public relations activities. Extended hours during the Show.
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include but are not limited to the following: Work with the Digital Media Manager and Digital Media Director to execute the Show’s digital media strategy for each platform. Implement industry standard design while maintaining standardization and ease of maintenance, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and timeliness of information and content. Assist with RODEOHOUSTON mobile app push notification campaigns. Work closely with departments across the organization to assist in their digital media responsibilities. Suggest ways to use the website and app to promote the Show and better engage audiences and stakeholders; recommend industry trends and new technologies. Coordinate with the Social Media Senior Specialist on content creation and scheduling as needed. Support planning and distribution of content across RODEOHOUSTON social media platforms, including images, videos, and post copy. Evaluate social and digital platform insights and provide strategy updates upon request. Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies, including scripting, web services, application security, graphic design tools, new development languages, web accessibility standards, and application stacks. Attend RODEOHOUSTON events and produce live social media content. Work with outside vendors as needed. QUALIFICATIONS Dynamic, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual with experience in website and graphic design and maintenance; knowledgeable in Google Analytics; excellent writing skills; HTML editing, site development, and management skills. Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques, including written, oral, and visual media. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Associate or bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, public relations, or related fields, with 2-3 years of relevant experience and/or training. Preferred experience in live entertainment, music, concert industry, or professional sports. Strong writing, copy editing, and communication skills required. Ability to work on a team and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to handle high-pressure situations. Experience with public relations or social media/digital agencies preferred. Proficiency in AP Stylebook guidelines. Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task. Knowledge of data reporting and insights preferred. TECHNICAL SKILLS Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects). Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word). Experience with WordPress or other CMS platforms. Working knowledge of social media platforms (TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, and emerging platforms). REQUIREMENTS Position requires nights and weekend support during Rodeo and throughout the year. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to sit, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May need to walk frequently on grounds during the Show. Must be able to lift/move 15+ pounds. Extended work hours, especially during peak periods; some travel required. WORK ENVIRONMENT Busy, fast-paced marketing and event environment with multiple deadlines. Heavy computer use and public relations activities. Extended hours during the Show.
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