Digital Media Specialist (Full-Time, Exempt; IMRF Pension)

The Park Ridge Park District has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Digital Media Specialist to join our staff! We are seeking an individual who is driven and passionate about social media marketing, digital media campaigns, photography, and videography. The ideal candidate would be a self-starter who is creative, able to manage changing priorities, and quickly solve problems. It is a unique opportunity for an individual who is looking to expand their skills within a small team while also interacting and collaborating with staff from all areas of the organization.

 

Under the direction of the Marketing & Public Relations Director, the selected candidate will be responsible for the content creation and management of the District’s website, social media accounts, online listings, email communications, and digital marketing and communications campaigns. This position develops innovative ideas and makes recommendations to ensure the digital media marketing for the District remains modern, compelling, relevant, and engaging. The individual will also be responsible for the production of quality photography and video content for District use. The candidate is expected to be up-to-date with the latest digital technologies and social media trends, have excellent communication skills, and be able to present our services creatively.

 

While not required, candidates are encouraged to include a cover letter with a link to their design portfolio with their application.

Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, graphic communication, digital arts or alternatively a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, three to four years of marketing experience, advanced expertise in marketing/design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Constant Contact and social media with demonstrated experience in digital photography and videography and demonstrated knowledge in website and digital content management.  

Availability: Typically Monday - Friday, daytime hours, with evenings and weekends to be expected (as needed)

Benefits: We offer a generous health plan effective the first day of employment in addition to many other benefits including a pension through IMRF. In addition our employees enjoy a multitude of facility benefits valued up to $6,000 such as:

 

Application Deadline: Please apply by end of day June 27, 2025.

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The Park Ridge Park District is an equal opportunity employer.