Salary dependent on experience. Hybrid work environment available after initial employment period.
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
Telecommuting is allowed.
The purpose of the position of Media Specialist is to advance the effectiveness of member and public communications at TVMA through website and media support, content development, research, and project management. This position supports the overall communications team at TVMA in implementing approved communication and public relations plans and by developing, maintaining, and managing relevant website content and online services for users of those managed by TVMA.
Media Specialist areas of responsibility:
Assists in updating content on TVMA-managed websites.
Assists the Communications Team in creating video, digital and print graphics content, for TVMA events and productions.
Serves as staff liaison for the TVMA Public Relations Committee and supports the committee chairperson on all PR activities and Public Relations plan projects.
Assists in marketing the association and its websites and programs to members, potential members, and the public.
Creates and deploys TVMA social media campaigns; maintains the social media accounts for TVMA, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Produces and hosts Veterinary Vitals podcast, including sourcing and interviewing guests that align with TVMA’s mission and goals, editing and publishing the episodes, and advertising via email and social media posts.
Manages classified ads for the Texas Veterinarian
Manages the advertising contracts for the digital and print publications, including recruiting advertisers, executing contracts, and ensuring accurate and timely billing, insertion, and distribution.
Assists with designing and coding for The Source monthly e-newsletter and member eblasts.
Supports the Communications Department and other departments in preparing communication plans, budget requests, departmental reports and other general administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Design or related field is required
Experience with social media campaigns and graphic design is required
Experience working at a professional association is a plus.
Preferred experience in online content development, video clip production, and/or making podcasts.
Experience to be supported by a providing a portfolio of current work upon request
Basic knowledge and familiarity of desktop publishing software and competency in a Macintosh computer environment
Strong proofreading, fact-checking and research skills demonstrated by previous experience
Strong verbal, telephone, and written communication skills
Ability to deal with seasonal periods of high stress and to work against established deadlines
Availability to work and travel occasional evenings and weekends
Ability to exercise diplomacy and use sound judgment in dealing with Association members, associate vendors and suppliers, and the general public on the telephone and in person
Ability to work within established performance standards, to establish program outcomes and planning objectives and to work toward these goals with minimal day-to-day supervision
The Texas Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA) was organized in 1903 and continues to operate as a nonprofit organization under the laws of the state of Texas. The purpose of TVMA is to support veterinarians as they practice the art and science of veterinary medicine in Texas. TVMA is owned by its members who pay dues and use our products, programs and services. These member-owners currently number more than 4,000 licensed veterinarians practicing throughout the state of Texas.Today, TVMA is one of the largest state veterinary medical associations in the nation and is recognized for its leadership on important issues, innovative solutions and effective representation. The excellence of its educational programs, publications and legislative efforts has fostered an outstanding reputation among veterinarians and sister associations across the country.