Multimedia Communications Specialist

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Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)

Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Company provided life insurance

Adoption benefit

Disability (short and long term)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Optional life and dependent life insurance

Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan

Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Responsible for electronic shooting, editing and technical direction of video and audio to create efficient, cost-effective programs and projects for internal and external use to meet the business and communication needs of the company. Provides strategic public and media relations support across the enterprise. Provides proactive external communications outreach execution, as well as 24/7 responsive communications to both routine and sensitive issues and crises, primarily at the local community level. Supports proactive media opportunities and message development for story-telling opportunities with residents, families, associates, and media, and serves as spokesperson when appropriate.

Responsible for electronic shooting, editing and technical direction of video and audio project elements and programs suitable for digital delivery.

Manages production studio to be ready for use within a short turnaround period of time and ensure video/audio equipment is properly functioning at all times.

Serves as media liaison and spokesperson in both positive and adverse media situations.

Acts as communications contact for local community support, inside and outside of regular business hours and provides crisis communications support as needed.

Develops messaging and talking points for media interviews, participates in and monitors interviews done by approved community spokespersons.

Ensures project documentation and all deliverables are organized and stored within archive resources per organizational guidelines.

Promotes positive reputation of Brookdale through localized initiatives by identifying, creating content/writing, and pitching positive stories about Brookdale communities to local and national media.

Manages posts on Brookdale’s online news media room content and microsite.

Supports in media monitoring and PR analytics for trends and opportunities and helps execute daily internal newsletter.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors or technical degree in Communications, Journalism or related field.

Minimum three years of relevant communications or production experience.

Additional years of relevant experience can be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Possesses expert video production skills including technical knowledge, understanding and skill with video production and post production equipment for field and studio.

Technical and creative proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud programs (e.g., Captivate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, After Effects, and Premiere).

Stays up to date with latest technologies, methods, applications and theory related to video/audio communication.

Possesses superior creative writing, editing and proofreading skills for web and print, including working knowledge and application of AP style.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Use hands and fingers to handle or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds

Vision

Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors

Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage

On-Call on an as needed basis

Requires Travel: Occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$64,060.00 - $81,600.00 / year

Regular Full-Time