Communication Specialist (Digital Content)

This position will require you to be in the office or in the field a minimum of four (4) days per week and/or as additionally required.

The purpose of this role is to create engaging, relevant, visually appealing content through a variety of media to support our company’s internal and external communications efforts. The successful candidate will leverage various multimedia tools and techniques to produce content that helps us build meaningful connection with our audiences.

Who You Are

- An enthusiastic content creator, experienced in video, graphic design, and photography.

- A team player who thrives in collaborative environments and has a high comfort level being in a dynamic, professional setting.

- An innovative storyteller and keen trend-spotter, experienced in translating key messages to trend-forward content.

What You’ll Do

- Develop creative content, including video, photo, audio, graphics, and dynamic presentation decks to support our communications efforts across owned and paid advertising channels.

- Visit worksites to capture content around industry-leading crews and subject matter experts hard at work for our customers.

- Take lead in brainstorming sessions to generate creative ideas for multimedia projects.

- Lead the short-form social forward video production process, from ideation to field production to editing.

- Ensure content meets company standards for quality and brand consistency.

- Work with project teams to ensure projects are completed within deadlines.

- Manage and maintain multimedia equipment and software.

- Ensure all multimedia materials are stored, backed up and archived properly.

What You’ll Bring

- Bachelor’s degree or experience within creative/content/media/marketing industry.

- At least 3 years of experience in video, multimedia design and production, audio and video technology a plus

- Proficiency in using multimedia software and tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva and mobile-first editing apps.

- Knowledge of video and audio production techniques.

- Bonus if applicant has animation and stop-motion graphics experience.

- Bonus if applicant has drone experience and licensing.

- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

- Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

- A strong eye for detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.

For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 16914

Job Category: Communications & External Affairs

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Alabama Power