Social Media Communications Specialist jobs in Houston, TX

Title: Social Media/Communications Intern

Division: Marketing       

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

General Responsibilities:

Content Creation:

• Brainstorming and creating engaging content for various social media platforms, ensuring alignment with the company's brand voice and objectives.
• Collaborate with the marketing and design teams to develop visually appealing graphics, images, and other multimedia content.

Social Media:

• Attend team meetings to discuss ongoing and upcoming campaigns, share insights, and contribute ideas. 
• Collaborate with cross functional teams, including marketing, design, and content creation to align social media efforts with broader marketing strategies.
• Manage and maintain company's social media presence on platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. 
• Create and schedule posts, engage with followers, and respond to comments and messages promptly.
• Interact with our online community, respond to comments, messages, and foster a positive and engaging atmosphere. 
• Monitor trends in social media tools, applications, channels, design, and strategy. 

Research and Trends:

• Stay up to date with the latest trends and best practices in social media and digital marketing.
• Research competitors and industry benchmarks to identify opportunities for innovation.

Communications

• Monitor medica coverage and compile reports on relevant news and trends in civil engineering industry to keep the team informed and identify potential opportunities or risks.
• Assist in developing and distributing internal communications materials such as employee newsletters.

Required Education/Licenses:

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Required Experience:

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of various social media platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional portfolio is a plus but not required.
• Experience with CanvaPro is required. Familiarity with other graphic design tools such as Adobe is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Enthusiastic about social media trends and emerging platforms.
• Proven ability to maintain and meet task deadlines

What You Will Gain:

• Hands-on experience in social media marketing and content creation.
• Exposure to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship