The Delta Magic team celebrates the magic of the Delta.
If you like to celebrate the Delta too, you should check out below to see if we’re hiring.
Director of Communications
Delta Magic is seeking a Director of Communications to lead the communication of the “magic” of the Delta. There are too many great things happening in the Delta for us to keep up on our own, and have prioritized the hiring of someone who can help spread the good news. The Director of Communications will report to the Executive Director with whom you will work to execute on the following responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Social Media:
Manage consistent, positive communication through Facebook and other social media platforms as you see fit.
Engage followers in the good news for the region.
Boost event participation by the community through creating engaging social media posts and events.
Build positive narratives of Delta Magic’s work and individual stories.
Blog Posts
Write one blog post per week on a topic that highlights a person, organization, resource, event, or opportunity that exists in the area.
Share blog posts through social media and newsletters.
Newsletter
Send a monthly newsletter that contains at least one blog post, the resource guide, merchandise, and the community calendar.
Community Calendar
Identify community events and add them to the Community Calendar
Share the Community Calendar through social media and newsletters.
Podcast
Maintain the podcast recording equipment.
Edit podcast recordings into finalized products and share podcasts to our website and podcast platforms.
Work with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to identify podcast topics.
Other Media Productions
Create short highlight reels for social media and our website that feature the “magic” of the Delta.
Design flyers and announcements to promote Delta Magic events.
Grant Writing
Work with the Executive Director to identify and apply for grant opportunities to support communication efforts.
Community
Attend and document community events.
Occasionally volunteer at community events.
Background in writing, journalism, or marketing.
Comfort with graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe.
Experience with video or audio editing.
Experience with video or audio recording.
Comfort with the Delta and its residents.
Ability to work well on a team and with multiple stakeholders.
Requirements
Phillips County Resident
Degree or certification in Graphic Design, English, Journalism, Communication, or Marketing
Preferences
Salary starting at $34,000
$600 monthly premium reimbursement for medical and dental insurance
Laptop and Delta Magic email
Expectation to work in the office or doing field work, with flexibility to work remotely.
Moving stipend may be available on an “as needed” basis.