Social Media Producer (EA II)

Job Description

Job Description

Office of the Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias

Job Title :     Social Media Producer (EA II)

Division :      Communications

Union :           N / A

Location :     115 S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL – Cook County

Salary :         $75,000 to $90,000 annually – commensurate with experience

Benefits :       https : / / cms.illinois.gov / benefits / stateemployee.html

ATTENTION :   Please provide a cover letter when applying for this position.

Overview :

The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office is seeking a creative and technically skilled Social Media Producer to support and elevate its visual communications across the digital ecosystem, with a focus on social media platforms. This role is responsible for writing, producing, and editing engaging video, photography, and design content that promotes key initiatives, events, and public services.

The ideal candidate is a versatile content creator with a strong understanding of the importance of visual storytelling on social media channels, including creating compelling videos and graphics, as well as a strong understanding of public sector communication needs.

Key Responsibilities :

Video Production : Plan, shoot, and edit video content for public service announcements, press events, educational campaigns, and social media.

Photography : Capture and edit still photography for official use, including portraits, events, and field documentation.

Graphic Design : Assist with social media focused graphics as well as additional digital and print-ready graphics for outreach materials, reports, signage, and web content.

Social Media Content Support : Write, produce and edit visual content tailored to each platform (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok), ensuring it aligns with messaging goals and accessibility standards.

Website Media Management : Assist with updating photo and video content on the official website; optimize files for web use and ADA compliance.

Event Coverage : Provide on-site social media support during press conferences, community events, and official functions.

Asset Management : Organize and maintain a digital archive of photos, videos, and project files for ongoing use and historical reference.

Cross-Team Collaboration : Work with communications, public engagement, and digital team to ensure visual materials support larger messaging objectives.

Quality and Brand Control : Ensure all content meets visual branding guidelines, maintains consistency, and is appropriate for public distribution.

Innovation and Efficiency : Stay informed on current social media trends, tools, and production techniques to improve content quality and workflow

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia Production, Digital Media, Graphic Design, Communications, or related field OR a minimum of 3 years of experience producing multimedia content, including video shooting / editing, photography, and graphic design.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects), and other relevant tools.
• Strong knowledge of camera equipment, lighting setups, and audio recording techniques.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content trends (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube).
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of CMS platforms (e.g., Adobe Experience Manager or similar) and content formats is a plus.
• Experience with social scheduling tools and basic analytics reporting is preferred.
• A portfolio or reel showcasing relevant work (including social media content and photography) is required.

Additional Information :

Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support news, events, or special content needs

Application Process :

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability.

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