communications & social media director

Position Title: COMMUNICATIONS & SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR - Parsippany, NJ 

Salary: $ $125000 

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a creative and tech-savvy Communications and Social Media Manager with a strong emphasis on video production, photography, and visual storytelling. The ideal candidate will manage and enhance our brand's online presence through engaging multimedia content, while also developing strategies for internal and external communications while aligning them with our business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Social Media Management:

- Develop and implement social media strategies focusing on visual content, aligning with business goals.

- Create, edit, and produce high-quality video content and photography for various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, and more.

- Manage social media accounts, ensuring consistent posting schedules, and engaging with followers.

- Analyze social media performance metrics and adjust strategies based on insights to maximize reach and engagement.

Video Production and Photography:

- Plan, create scripts, shoot, and edit videos and photos for social media, marketing campaigns, special meetings and projects, to include Marketplace Videos, GULL Graduations, CFE Refreshers and Client Newsletters.

- Collaborate with the creative team and ELT to produce visually compelling content that aligns with brand messaging.

- Stay updated on video and photography trends and software, ensuring the brand's content remains fresh and innovative.

- Manage and maintain video and photography equipment, ensuring all content is of the highest quality.

- Utilize media sharing platforms, such as Constant Contact, Drop Box, Canva, Issu to create and share Newsletters, Videos and various communications to the entire Division and Clients

- Maintain a photo and video library to be used during Meetings and Social Media.

Marketplace and New Hire Communications:

- Mark in the Marketplace Letter & Poster. Order poster, create personalized letter, send to Marketplace.

- Salaried New Hire Welcome Packets. Send book & personalized letter to all new and transferring salaried hires and hourly promotions to salaried positions.

Constant Contact Mailing Lists Updates:

- Update Constant Contact's mailing lists with New Hires and delete any termed team members on a monthly basis.

Special Projects:

- GULL – Global University for LifeLong Learning. Assist Kelly Pope in all Eastern Division GULL activities.

- Be-A-Star & Compass Night of Stars – Work with Sector Communications team as the Eastern Division Lead.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Film/Video Production, or a related field.

- 3+ years of experience in social media management, public relations, video production, and photography.

- Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro) and photography tools.

- Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and analytics tools. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Experience in content creation, including writing, graphic design, and multimedia production.

- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Skills:

- Strong visual storytelling and creative thinking abilities.

- Advanced skills in video editing, photography, and camera operation.

- Excellent organizational and project management skills.

- Detail Oriented; Upholding the brand and standards.

- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.

- Team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time OffHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Associate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Paid Parental LeavePersonal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

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