Communication Media Specialist

About the Role

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. As a member of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Communications Team, you will contribute to division initiatives and a national movement by creating, leading, and supporting strategic communication efforts.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and create highly engaging content for distribution across all relevant platforms.
• Collect, prepare, interpret, and communicate informational material to support and/or promote division programs, initiatives, and services to internal and external audiences.
• Develop clear, appealing messages with a distinct voice that represents the division and the services available to Missourians and/or internal stakeholders.
• Compose and edit text, graphics, video, photographic illustrations, and podcasts for distribution to the general public and internal staff.
• Develop and produce visually appealing and on-brand content for social media platforms, including videos, images, and graphics.
• Manage all video production, including shooting, editing, scripting, storyboarding, filming, sound recording, and post-production editing to ensure high-quality and engaging results aligned with the brand’s style, tone, and voice.
• Manage and maintain all media materials and content.
• Use analytics to monitor key communications channels, identify risks and opportunities, analyze and report on content performance, and refine strategies for maximum impact.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, graphic design, or a related field of study and a minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud design applications, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and Captivate.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications and working with content experts.
• Strong video production and editing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Creative self-starter, able to work independently to organize, prioritize, and manage tasks.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A defined pension plan.
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time.
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Your total compensation extends beyond your paycheck. For a comprehensive view of benefits, visit the Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources.

Location

This position can be domiciled at any DMH DD location statewide.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: lacy.reeves@dmh.mo.gov.