Social Media Communications Specialist jobs in Peoria, IL

Freedom House, a dynamic and growing domestic and sexual violence agency, is seeking a Social Media Specialist/Strategist. This position assists management in various aspects of the agency’s community awareness efforts. The successful candidate has experience in content creation, video editing, strategy, influence, engagement, and media placement. The candidate will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the operation and function of the following popular social media platforms: Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly known as Twitter), and TikTok. The candidate will reach, influence, and foster brand awareness. Event attendance may be required on some evenings and weekends. Full-time comprehensive benefits offered. This position is located at our administrative headquarters in Princeton, IL

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Social Media Specialist/Strategist will include, but are not limited to:

• Research, plan, shoot, and edit scripted video content.
• Reach, influence, and foster brand awareness and loyalty in a high number of primarily female Gen Z and millennials (i.e. ages 17-42) in Illinois and eastern Iowa by delivering clicks, views, likes, and followers for content on TikTok, YouTube, X [Twitter], Instagram, and Facebook
• Develop and implement strategies to increase brand awareness and increase viewership across social media platforms.
• Monitor and report online activity.
• Analyze popular social media trends and adjust agency’s content accordingly.
• Increase audience engagement.

Other Responsibilities

• Local travel to attend awareness events.
• Supports and follows agency policies and procedures; complies with confidentiality.
• Maintains professional relationships with agency staff and clients.
• Participates in ongoing professional development requirements.
• Consistently meets deadlines for social media content delivery/upload.
• Maintains agency records and workspace in an orderly fashion.
• Represents the agency at stakeholder and community meetings.
• Serves as a Mandated Reporter.
• Other duties as assigned by Direct Supervisor / Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (recommended) in journalism, business, public relations, communications, or internet marketing.
• Two years of experience in content creation, video editing, strategy, influence, engagement, media placement, and/or work responsibilities/activities.
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed.
• Proficient in using social media // content creation software and/or platforms (e.g., Canva)
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Exercises attention to detail.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Openness to fluctuating hours and/or a non-traditional schedule.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Possession of a valid Illinois Driver’s License and proof of insurance
• Be able to successfully complete forty hours of training as required by the Illinois Criminal Sexual Assault Act, or an approved sixty-hour combined DV/SV training course within the first year of hire.
• Be able to comply with and pass a drug screen and background check

Application process

Please download a copy of a Freedom House employment application from our website: www.freedomhouseillinois.org. E-mail the completed application, cover letter, and resume detailing work experience, education, and references (in Word doc or PDF) to fiscal@freedomhouseillinois.com or via mail to:

Chief Operating Officer

Freedom House

440 Elm Place

Princeton, IL 61356

Incomplete applications and those without a resume or cover letter will not be considered.

Freedom House does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Freedom House will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities unrelated to the ability to perform one’s job unless doing so would result in undue hardship to the organization. Job requirements may include remaining in a stationary position 75% of the time, moving to accomplish filing and clerical duties, operating technology items such as a computer, laptop, phone, and other similar devices, the ability to communicate information and ideas accurately and effectively so others will understand, observing details at close range (within a few feet of the observer), moving equipment in boxes that may weigh up to 30 pounds across office and outside locations for various needs, and may work in outdoor weather conditions. Employment with Freedom House is employment-at-will, meaning it is voluntarily entered into and may be terminated at any time, without or with cause, by the employee or by Freedom House. Posting this notice does create a commitment by Freedom House to fill the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.25 - $21.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Princeton, IL 61356 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person