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INTERNAL POSTING: Strategic Communications and Media Manager-Columbia
State of South Carolina
Department of Employment and Workforce
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$60,000 - $77,000
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 4, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading media and marketing efforts for a state workforce agency, including managing video projects, writing content, planning events, and coordinating with partners to promote workforce development.
A good fit would be someone with strong creative skills in video production and communication who enjoys working independently, leading a small team, and handling multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
It's an internal role only for current agency employees, focused on supporting South Carolina's job system through strategic outreach.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Video Production, Journalism, Media, English, or a related field
- At least four years of experience in external communication projects in academic or professional settings
- Exceptional videography, writing, time management, and organizational skills
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Premiere Pro, and After Effects
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure with strict deadlines
- Experience leading a media production team, including training and reviewing work
- Willingness to travel overnight, carry camera equipment, and drive a state vehicle
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Strategic Communications and Media Manager will manage all media and external marketing projects for the Communications Division in Columbia.
This position will track requests and initiatives, and then work with customers and stakeholders to develop, prepare, edit, coordinate, and disseminate informational material involving mass media, with a large concentration on video production projects, software and online outreach support, and writing.
By working directly with agency stakeholders, this position will also be responsible for managing projects, event planning, and strategic communication.
This position will also supervise the videography and photography team at the agency and manage all major production deliverables from pre-production to post- evaluation.
**INTERNAL POSTING - only current DEW employees will be considered. **
Key ResponsibilitiesThe Strategic Communications and Media Manager will:
- Serve as the project lead on all external marketing projects at the agency and with stakeholders.
- Serve as the primary contact going forward on all mass media deliverables.
- Schedule, coordinate, and oversee public relations and event coordination related to workforce development.
- Create planning documents and strategic communication plans for major initiatives, projects, and events.
- Serve as the liaison to coordinate efforts with public private partners on behalf of the Department.
If you’re ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina’s workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
Requirements
Education and ExperienceA Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Video Production, Journalism, Media, English, or a relevant field involving strategic communications, videography, and writing.
Additional RequirementsAt least four years of experience in an academic or professional setting that is relevant to external communication projects. Able to work independently with minimal supervision. Overnight travel may be required. Able to carry camera equipment around and drive a state vehicle.
Qualifications
Exceptional videography, writing, time management, and organizational skills are a must. Needs to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Ability to lead a media production team, including training and reviewing the work of others. Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Additional Information
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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