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Job ID: 32988
Agency: Governors Office of Economic Development
Location: Sioux Falls SDSalary: $58129.92-$60000 Annual Salary depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: 10/7/25
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Governors Office of Economic Development. For more information on the Governors Office of Economic Development please visit .
The Governors Office of Economic Development is seeking a Media Coordinator to join a high-performing team dedicated to promoting South Dakotas economic growth and business-friendly environment. This position plays a key role in advancing Governor Rhodens vision for a strong safe and free South Dakota by supporting GOEDs mission to expand economic opportunities attract investment and support workforce development.
The Media Coordinator will be responsible for creating and managing digital content developing compelling messaging for economic development initiatives traveling to events across the state and producing high-quality photo and video content. This individual will report to GOEDs Communication Manager and collaborate closely with the Marketing Director and other GOED team members and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage content for GOEDs social media platforms (Facebook Instagram X LinkedIn etc.)
- Capture and edit photos and videos to highlight business success stories workforce initiatives and community development projects
- Write press releases blog posts and marketing copy to support GOED campaigns
- Travel to events business visits and community engagements across South Dakota
- Support the planning and execution of media campaigns and public relations efforts
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and branding
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- photography and videography experience;
- strong writing experience with a keen eye for detail and storytelling;
- experience in managing multiple social media platforms;
- experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Premiere Pro Illustrator etc.);
- ability to be comfortable working in a fast-paced collaborative environment;
- passion for promoting South Dakotas economic development; and
- a willingness to travel extensively (at least 50% of the time).
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your cover letter and resume along with at least one writing sample a link to a photo gallery and a social media video you have created.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-OnsiteRequired Experience:
IC
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Job ID: 32988 Agency: Governors Office of Economic Development Location: Sioux Falls SDSalary: $58129.92-$60000 Annual Salary depending on qualifications Pay Grade: J Closing Date: 10/7/25 This is a Full-Time 40 Hours W...
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
Job ID: 32988
Agency: Governors Office of Economic Development
Location: Sioux Falls SDSalary: $58129.92-$60000 Annual Salary depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: 10/7/25
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Governors Office of Economic Development. For more information on the Governors Office of Economic Development please visit .
The Governors Office of Economic Development is seeking a Media Coordinator to join a high-performing team dedicated to promoting South Dakotas economic growth and business-friendly environment. This position plays a key role in advancing Governor Rhodens vision for a strong safe and free South Dakota by supporting GOEDs mission to expand economic opportunities attract investment and support workforce development.
The Media Coordinator will be responsible for creating and managing digital content developing compelling messaging for economic development initiatives traveling to events across the state and producing high-quality photo and video content. This individual will report to GOEDs Communication Manager and collaborate closely with the Marketing Director and other GOED team members and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage content for GOEDs social media platforms (Facebook Instagram X LinkedIn etc.)
- Capture and edit photos and videos to highlight business success stories workforce initiatives and community development projects
- Write press releases blog posts and marketing copy to support GOED campaigns
- Travel to events business visits and community engagements across South Dakota
- Support the planning and execution of media campaigns and public relations efforts
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent messaging and branding
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- photography and videography experience;
- strong writing experience with a keen eye for detail and storytelling;
- experience in managing multiple social media platforms;
- experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Premiere Pro Illustrator etc.);
- ability to be comfortable working in a fast-paced collaborative environment;
- passion for promoting South Dakotas economic development; and
- a willingness to travel extensively (at least 50% of the time).
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your cover letter and resume along with at least one writing sample a link to a photo gallery and a social media video you have created.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-OnsiteRequired Experience:
IC
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