Social Media Coordinator

Maureen OMalley Kirschner

Social Media Coordinator

Position Title: Social Media Coordinator

Reporting to: Associate Director of Marketing and Communications

Employment Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Pay: $40,000 - $43,000

Required Skills

• Minimum 2 years online marketing or social media experience required

• Photography knowledge is required

• Animal handling experience is preferred

• Associates or Bachelors degree in related major preferred

• Proficient in design software including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

• Ability to work both from home from own computer/own software and at the shelter location

• Proficient in Google App applications

• Up to date in best practices for all social media channels

• Working knowledge of typography, photo cropping/sizing, image manipulation, digital illustration, 2D composition and color, basic videography and editing

• The ability to write clearly and accurately using proper grammar

• Creativity and willingness to try new approaches and receive constructive feedback

• Self-starter who is able to work well independently

• Must be able to work in a crowded, busy environment if necessary

• Comfortable with public speaking and on camera work

• Accuracy in all financials, data collection and numbers is required

• Ability to multitask

• Strong customer service skill

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the social media strategy and implementation across all of Humane Society of Utah’s social media channels

• Create and curate content that resonates with target audiences and communicates the brand's ethos to grow our follower base, increase engagement and drive brand awareness and equity

• Oversee and manage community engagement and comments across our digital content and social media channels

• Communicate with followers, answer questions, interact and execute creative direct engagement to grow the movement and build loyalty

• Reliably communicate with Associate Director of Marketing and Communications and other staff members who may have project requests

• Oversee photography program including:

  • Ensuring photos of all adoptable pets

  • Recruiting, training, and scheduling volunteers

  • Taking photos to assist in marketing objectives

  • Event photography as needed

• Coordinate writing, updating, and maintaining long-term resident animal bios on website

• Assist with securing stories, before/after photos, adoption photos

• Work with others on the Development team to meet goals by providing input and creativity, and commitment to fundraising

• Maintain brand standards and Humane Society of Utah’s values in your work

• Work cooperatively with all volunteers, recognizing the talent and commitment they bring to the organization

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter, resumé and online portfolio or examples of work to guinn@utahhumane.org, no phone calls please.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by management. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

At the Utah Humane Society, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our animals, and our community. The Utah Humane Society of an equal opportunity employer. Employment at the Utah Humane Society is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. At the Utah Humane Society, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age (40 and over), genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy or relation condition (including childbirth and breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by state or federal law.

It is the Utah Humane Society's policy to comply with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The organization's EEO policy, as well as its affirmative action obligations, includes the full and complete support of the organization, including its Executive Director. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so, too.