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Job Description

The Public Relations Consultant is responsible for the co-ordination of varying forms of marketing/communication for the purpose of fostering and maintaining a positive image for the County of Simcoe for a variety of external constituencies as well as for internal communities.
 

Qualifications

1. Superior knowledge of all aspects of Marketing and Communications for a complex, multi-faceted organization achieved through a degree or diploma in a relevant discipline such as English, Professional Writing, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field or equivalent education and experience.
2. Minimum three (3) years’ experience in similar communications role including writing, editing, researching for publications, print material and new media technologies, media relations, marketing/copy writing, and project management.
3. Experience in graphic design and layout.
4. Experience with a broad variety of multimedia formats including the web and PowerPoint presentations will be considered an asset.
5. Experience with advertising, with an emphasis on digital advertising, is considered an asset.
6. Strong computer-application skills required: (1) Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, (2) Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere) (3) website layout applications.
7. Strong advertising skillset including copywriting, design and an understanding of key metrics.
8. Strong written and oral communication skills: (1) print (2) web-based.
9. Strong research skills.
10. Editorial, copywriting and proof-reading skills.
11. Experience in corporate branding projects.
12. Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the ability to provide creative solutions with enthusiasm as well as quality customer service.
13. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
14. Excellent attention to detail.
15. Digital photography and editing skills.
16. Digital videography and editing skills. Experience with Sony equipment an asset.
17. Project management skills.
18. Public relations skills.
19. Ability to think and act in a political and community service environment in order to champion the mission and values of the County.
20. An understanding of multimedia technology and related best practices and benchmarking activities within other organizations will be considered an asset.
21. Previous experience in a municipal environment will be considered an asset.
22. Class G Driver’s License in good standing and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.

How To Apply

View the job description and submit your application online at www.simcoe.ca/jobs