Deputy Digital Director

Title: Deputy Digital Director

State Role Title:

Hiring Range: $85000 to $95000 Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Office of the Governor

Location:PATRICK HENRY BUILDING

Agency Website: Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Office of Governor Abigail Spanberger is seeking a Deputy Digital Director.
The Deputy Digital Director will work closely with the Digital Director and the rest of the communications team to build and sustain the Governors online presence. This is a full-time at-will Governor appointed position based in Richmond Virginia.
This position will:
Help develop and execute an integrated digital strategy including but not limited to social media content creation and website management
Develop and execute high-potential concepts for videos to be shared on the Governors social media platforms
Translate complex policy issues into content for wide audiences
Lead on drafting and posting social media content across platforms
Identify new opportunities for online engagement and track digital trends to further amplify the Governors message
Assist with capturing video audio and photo content as needed
Track analytics and data
Perform all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

At least three (3) years of professional experience planning drafting and editing content for a public official organization brand or political candidate
Experience writing and editing content that captures a principals voice
Ability to provide constructive feedback on content produced by other members of the digital team and other government communications professionals
Sophisticated understanding of the online ecosystem and how to engage with online communities
Excellent camerawork storytelling and writing skills
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Strong organizational skills to manage and complete multiple projects under competing and tight deadlines
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
A team player

Additional Considerations

Interested candidates should attach a resume cover letter and at least three digital samples to this application.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Governors Office is an equal opportunity employer. The Commonwealth of Virginia and the Office of the Governor are dedicated to recruiting supporting and maintaining a competent and diverse workforce.

This is an At-Will position appointed by the Governor of Virginia. Selected applicant will need to successfully pass a criminal background check. This position is based in Richmond Virginia.

Interested candidates should attach a resume cover letter and at least three digital samples to this application.

Contact Information

Name: Governors Communications Office

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.