*Please Note:*All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed.*/To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended./**College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended.If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.*Resumes do not take the place of this required information. **A skills test for a sample social media post will be provided and required before the time of interview.*** *To learn more about TVC Employee Benefits, please click on the link below:* 2021 State of Texas Employees Recruitment Brochure** *Submitted Through Work in Texas: * Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. CAPPS Recruit:https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en *General Description:* The Social Media Content Specialist supports Texas Veterans Commission's (TVC) Communications goal to inform veterans across the state of Texas of the free services available to them through an array of platforms including social media, website, newsletter, and traditional media. This individual works as a creative, multimedia storyteller using graphics, photography, and videography, and compelling written content to drive digital engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing original content and multiplatform strategy for managing all TVC social media channels. * * */To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telecommuting policy. The policy is decided by division and contingent on continued performance./**//* *Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* *50% - Social Media Content Creation* · Conceptualize, produce and execute social media campaigns for various social media channels. Track and report results. · Create social media annual strategy · Maintain social media calendar · Schedule content to be posted daily Monday to Friday, holidays, and weekends as needed · Write social copy and design graphics with TVC branding style · Monitor and create analytics reports · Create and collaborate on agency campaigns · Monitor and provide customer service responses to messages and comments on social media platforms *30% - Videography/Photography for Agency, Outreach or Campaigns* · Provide photography for assigned external outreach events or internal communications * Shoot and edit videos for outreach efforts to include social media campaigns and for dissemination to traditional media *10% - Writing and Editing* · Prepare and edit organizational publications, news and informational releases, talking points and scripts, advisories, newsletters, fact sheets, and content for websites and social media. *10% - Edit website content* · Upload articles, photos and videos into website content management system · Update website when requested by TVC Programs and perform routine site audits and ongoing maintenance Perform other duties as assigned. *Military Crosswalk information:* https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationandCommunication.pdf *Education*:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.*College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.* *Minimum Experience:* Two years managing multiple social media accounts while also creating content by shooting and editing video. */ /* *Additional Requirements*:  A valid Texas Driver’s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.   *Preferred Experience and Qualification:* · Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in communications, journalism, public relations, advertising, marketing, or a related field. · Experience with Hootsuite or other social media management platforms. *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* · Knowledge of news and communication media; various social media platforms; editing and preparing informational material; design principles · Skill preparing content and copy for posting on social media sites · Knowledge of the use of Adobe Creative Suite (such as Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop), and/or similar type software, including Canva · Skill producing video projects, to include planning, scripting, capturing footage, and designing graphics and interactive media materials for use on social media · Experience developing social media content strategies, policies, and procedures · Knowledge of the principles of graphic design, still and video photographic techniques, and production methods and procedures. · Knowledge of open records act and public record retention laws for preservation of records · Skill in creating graphics and special effects and in editing photos, audio, and video. · Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint) · Ability to edit and proofread online and print materials for accuracy and completeness · Experience analyzing and creating reports on social media and its effectiveness · Knowledge of social media trends and marketing and branding best practices · Ability to serve as a lead worker providing direction to others *Environmental & Physical Conditions: * Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer. *Notes to Applicants:* *To receive Military Employment preference, applicable source documents**must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.* *College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.* *If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.* *This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.* *DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.* *Veterans Information: The TexasVeterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies. Additional info may apply via the job posting.* *AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:* The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of person’s color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services. **Job:** **Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media* **Organization:** **TEXAS VETERANS COMMISSION* **Title:** *TVC - Social Media Specialist (Information Specialist III)* **Location:** *Texas-Austin* **Requisition ID:** *00047701*