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Communications & Creative Media Specialist
Research Triangle Park, NC (Hybrid)
Pay Rate: $45/HR

Communications & Creative Media Specialist will be responsible for creating visually appealing and effective designs that meet our internal clients’ needs. They will work under the supervision of the Creative Design & Brand Manager to deliver best-in-class work. Their work will focus on designing PowerPoint presentations, as well as designing for trade shows and other external engagements. They will also be responsible for managing internal communication channels and the associated production work to ensure effective dissemination of information within the APN organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of design, communication strategies, digital platforms, and employee engagement.

Communications & Creative Media Specialist Responsibilities:

• Create informative and engaging visual content that adheres to all brand guidelines to be shared across internal and external channels, ensuring consistency in messaging and tone.
• Focus on creating PowerPoint designs, as well as booth and other materials design for trade shows.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders to create and manage presentations that are informative, engaging and visually appealing.
• Manage various APN Communication internal channels, including but not limited to, intranet, email newsletters, video content, video signage, internal social channels, and other digital platforms.
• Collaborate with different partner, stakeholder, and department groups, to gather relevant information and updates for communication materials.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of internal communication channels, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Respond to feedback and inquiries from employees, fostering a culture of open communication.

Communications & Creative Media Specialist Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Creative Design, or a related field.
• Proven experience in communications, preferably in a production role
• Strong design, written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to craft clear and compelling messages and visuals.
• Experience within Adobe Creative Suite, and expert-level experience in PowerPoint design.
• Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms. Experienced in PC and/or Apple systems.
• Excellent platform management and organizational skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of employee engagement strategies and best practices.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Canva, Microsoft Office
• A portfolio of work available for review.

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