Digital Media Specialist

Job DescriptionJob Description

We create opportunities and independence for blind and visually impaired people of all ages through innovative rehabilitation programs, diverse career options, quality blind-made products, and a variety of resources.

We are looking for career-minded people to make a real impact in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Our need is for a Digital Media Specialist in our Baltimore, MD location. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a close-knit group, in a team based environment.

Essential Position Functions:

(Other duties may be assigned)

1. Oversee all internal and external communications for BISM to include quarterly newsletter, and weekly announcements.
2. Coordinate and manage as well as design the creation of digital content across all channels (website, podcast, and social media channels.)
3. Analyze BISM’s social media strategy regularly and identify strategic weaknesses, make recommendations for improvements.
4. Set KPI’s for social media campaigns and measure digital campaign performance against set KPI’s.
5. Assist with digital and print fundraising strategies such as donor communications, marketing campaigns, and fundraising materials.
6. Uphold the BISM brand by assuring correct usage of brand guidelines in all external communications and marketing materials, signage, and displays.
7. Develop a comprehensive digital media strategy
8. Manage monthly podcast episodes, including all content related to podcast as well as filming.
9. Oversee website for BISM.org.
10. Collaborate with senior leadership and staff to implement an effective communications strategy that aligns with BISM’s mission and vision.
11. Meet and conduct interviews with students, graduates, and associates to use for communication purposes.

 

Qualifications

1. In-depth knowledge of social media platforms
2. Basic Design Skills (Canva)
3. Knowledge of Airtable and later platforms
4. Effective and creative verbal and written communication skills
5. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
6. Ability to manage multiple projects at once, collaborating with multiple stakeholders, juggling numerous time-sensitive projects simultaneously
7. Up to date on industry trends
8. Strong computer skills, including social media platforms and WordPress
9. Bachelor’s Degree in marketing and communications with a concentration in digital media or relevant experience
10. Demonstrated experience in nonprofit communications

Visit our website at www.bism.org to learn more about blind industries and services of Maryland. We positively change people’s attitude about blindness

This is a tremendous opportunity We offer a competitive salary based on education, experience, and other qualifications. BISM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) with match, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and more

Each year blind industries and services of Maryland (BISM) provide programs and services that serve over 2000 blind Maryland citizens. BISM employs 480 exceptional associates at our twelve facilities in Maryland, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Kentucky and North Carolina where we manufacture the highest quality products.

Blind industries and services of Maryland is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company DescriptionBlind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM) is a 501©(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing career and training resources to blind and visually impaired people across multiple locations in the United States. BISM is recognized for our adult, youth, and senior training programs. Our belief in the capabilities of blind people is the foundation for residential skills training, innovative work readiness, home management and college-prep classes. As one of the largest employers of blind people, BISM’s manufacturing operations offer competitive employment opportunities for blind people while exceeding the expectations of our customers. Blind Associates play a crucial role by breaking down employment barriers in all divisions of our organization, including Human Resources, IT, and accounting. The Federal Government is BISM’s largest customer, and we support all branches of the US Military by manufacturing a variety of uniforms. BISM manufactures a large variety of products for the state of Maryland and the commercial market. Our largest contributions are a full line of janitorial products, a variety of office supply paper products, lock sets, and custom labeled bottled water. We further support the US Military by operating 9 Base Supply Centers (BSCs). Throughout all our BISM locations, we work to positively change people’s attitudes about blindness.Company DescriptionBlind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM) is a 501©(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing career and training resources to blind and visually impaired people across multiple locations in the United States. BISM is recognized for our adult, youth, and senior training programs. Our belief in the capabilities of blind people is the foundation for residential skills training, innovative work readiness, home management and college-prep classes. As one of the largest employers of blind people, BISM’s manufacturing operations offer competitive employment opportunities for blind people while exceeding the expectations of our customers. Blind Associates play a crucial role by breaking down employment barriers in all divisions of our organization, including Human Resources, IT, and accounting. The Federal Government is BISM’s largest customer, and we support all branches of the US Military by manufacturing a variety of uniforms. BISM manufactures a large variety of products for the state of Maryland and the commercial market. Our largest contributions are a full line of janitorial products, a variety of office supply paper products, lock sets, and custom labeled bottled water. We further support the US Military by operating 9 Base Supply Centers (BSCs). Throughout all our BISM locations, we work to positively change people’s attitudes about blindness.

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