Communication and Events Coordinator

Please check out Hickory at or for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City. • Works with Communications staff to produce high-quality graphic design services for departments, as requested • Creates Communications Office print and digital marketing ads, using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva programs • Maintains and updates the Office of Communications photo and video library files • Develops and maintains communication strategies for assigned departmental services • Communicates, engages, and collaborates with various community partners and citizens • Works with the Communications Specialist to develop City communications tools by deadlines • Assist Communications Specialist on internal employee communications • Identifies new sources/tools for communicating assigned departmental information • Works with established and new City partners to collaborate on events, programming, and information sharing • Works with the Office of Communications to receive approvals on collateral, graphics, and any information that is sent to the public, media, or businesses, as needed • Works with Communications and Marketing Manager and Communications Specialist to ensure is updated on a monthly basis. • Participates in local radio and television programs as requested by Communications and Marketing Manager or Communications Specialist. • Skill in dealing with the public. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office, media outlets, city departments and in various locations in the City.