This position is part time during the semester with potential for some full time during the summer.
Under direct supervision, provides customer and corporate communication support in the areas of assignment while learning about the utility industry. Specific duties may include assisting with marketing support, marketing and advertising writing, graphic layout and design, publicizing events, research, and communication projects. When directed, develop, monitor, and maintain projects status and schedules. Develop knowledge and skills needed to complete assigned projects on time, efficiently, and accurately.
- Assists with marketing and communications functions and activities that advance LES’ strategic direction.
- Under direct supervision, coordinates development and implementation of company-wide strategic communications plans.
- Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of news conferences and other media.
- Assists with creating materials for project-specific public outreach.
- When directed, works with external LES advertising and marketing agency relationships to obtain operational products.
- Assists with the scheduling, placement, and timing of communications and marketing messages, working with internal staff, external agencies, and local and regional media.
- Under direct supervision, writes and designs a variety of advertisements and collateral materials for LES events, initiatives, and projects.
- Under direct supervision, assists with utilizing social media to benefit the organization.
- Formulates appropriate messaging to be communicated to internal and external audiences, when directed.
- Researches news releases, articles, editorials, publications and other written communications products to assist with development.
- When directed, serves as department liaison with internal customers, external entities, professional organizations, etc.
- Assists with videography and photography as directed.
- Assists with publicizing events or programs, identifying content for employee information pieces, and ensuring publicity for employee recognition activities.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to apply fundamentals of marketing and communications.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office. Experience with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign preferred.
- Basic research skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Basic written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to organize work tasks and handle multiple task projects.
- Ability to work independently in deadline-sensitive environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Working on a degree in graphic design, communications, advertising or related field. EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans
Apply online at http://www.les.com/careers.