Communications and Marketing Consultant

Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are hiring a Communication and Marketing Consultant, come join our team! This position is located in Oshkosh WI.
CESA 6 offers great benefits for full time employees such as: Health, Dental and Vision insurance; Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS); Wellness Program; Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity insurance; Pet insurance; paid vacation and holidays.
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Summary
The Communication and Marketing Consultant will tell school districts’ stories and help implement their strategic plans. This position will celebrate, inform and inspire diverse stakeholders for public and private K-12 school districts and nonprofits that serve youth. The Consultant will implement strategic marcom plans with tactics across platforms including paid, earned, shared or owned media.
Essential Functions

• Collaborate with CESA 6 agency and school district team members to achieve marcom goals and KPIs
• Meet deadlines while managing a variety of agency and district projects in a fast-paced and hybrid environment
• Audit communication/marketing needs and create strategic plans
• Execute strategic plans
• Write and edit content - press releases, articles, blog posts, social media posts, video and radio ad scripts, website content, newsletters, annual reports and more
• Maintain social media content as needed
• Maintain website content as needed
• Take photos/video as needed
• Serve as primary contact with assigned districts
• Maintain strong agency/district/client relationships
• Attend meetings remotely and in-person on site as needed
• Commit to professional development and continual learning in evolving technologies
• Other duties as assigned
  

Requirements
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Experience, Education, And/or Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, public relations, marketing, graphic design or related field
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• At least two years work experience in marketing or communication (preferred experience in K-12 or higher education)
• Portfolio of Marketing and Communications and/or design work required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Preferred graphic design skills in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva
• Strong customer service focus with commitment to build long-term relationships with districts
• Growth mindset with dedication to professional development and continual learning
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and exceed expectations
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and revise projects as needed
• Ability to represent CESA 6 with integrity, humility, positivity and passion
  

Work Environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work in multiple settings, including varied agency, school or work-related sites.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Position may require extended hours including evenings and weekends, travel to multiple work sites and occasional out-of-town travel.
• Ability to travel within the state for meetings, training and conferences, some which may require overnight stays.
  

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to communicate in person, via phone and in writing.
• The position must be able to communicate effectively.
• The employee is required to drive between schools and districts to provide direct service and consultation.
• The employee may occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
  

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, CESA 6 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
CESA 6 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We expect every member of our team do their part to maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, feels respected and receives the dignity they deserve.
Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, and evaluating performance are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment as a Gallup best places to work employer that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.
Salary Description
$55,000 - $75,000