Digital Media and Events Specialist - Washington, United States - Stimson Center

Stimson Center

Verified Company

Washington, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Digital Media and Events Specialist

FTE:
100%

Salary:
$50 to $65k

Location:
Washington, DC

About Stimson
The Henry L.

Stimson Center (Stimson), a nonpartisan global security think tank located in Washington, DC, seeks a Digital Media and Events Specialist Reporting to the Director of Strategic Communications.

This role ensures that our practices support our mission-driven work, align with Stimson's vision, values, strategic goals, standards of conduct, and operational objectives, and demonstrate our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee well-being.

About the Program and Position Summary

Responsibilities:

The Digital Media and Events Specialist will primarily:

Develop, plan, and execute in-person, virtual, and hybrid public events, using the Stimson studio space for in-person and hybrid event execution
Conceptualize, produce, and edit video products
Post and update website content, and
Maintain and use analytics to inform team decision making.

In addition, all members of the Communications team regularly:

Manage the institution's publication pipeline,
Provide advice and guidance to policy teams on how best to reach target audiences,
Collaborate with Development and the President's office on special projects,
Work closely with policy teams to plan and execute research product releases,
Respond to ad hoc requests from colleagues,
Supervise interns, and
Provide backup and support to their fellow team members as needed.

Qualifications - required:

Bachelor's degree and 13 years of professional experience in communications, issue advocacy, electoral/political campaigns, public relations, or similar.
Demonstrated interest in US foreign policy, international security, or any of Stimson's programmatic work.
Experience and comfort with graphic design and video/audio editing software

Specifically:

One of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or XD, and/or one of Adobe Premier Pro, Premier Rush, After Effects, or Audition.

Ability to quickly learn and use new technology tools and software.
Selfstarter attitude and collaborative team spirit.
Excellent writing and strong presentation skills.

Qualifications - preferred:

Experience and comfort with live streaming software like OBS, VMix, etc.
A plus: Experience with WordPress, MailChimp, Google Analytics, Airtable, or similar tools and databases, and strong Excel skills.

Application requirements:

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits

15 Vacation Days, 10 Sick Days, 13 Paid Holidays, Medical and Dental Insurance, Retirement Match, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan, Commuting, Wellness, Education Benefits, Parental Leave, and Bereavement Leave.

Stimson is an equalopportunity employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable laws._