The Role

Half Street Group believes that everyone has a story to tell, and we help the most impactful organizations in Rhode Island and beyond take control of their narratives. In this role, you will have an opportunity to shape the social and digital conversations that our clients aim to be a part of. You will run social media accounts for established and growing nonprofits, emerging social enterprises, and dynamic political, business, and policy leaders.

Half Street Group

Half Street Group is one of Rhode Island’s fastest growing strategic communications and public relations agencies. Providence Business News has ranked Half Street as one of the state’s top marketing and PR firms.

We bring a new generation’s perspective to leadership communications and strategic public relations. We help organizations and leaders take control of their own stories and manage their reputations. We get results for our clients by focusing on audience, message, and culture and leveraging our decade-long relationship with media and opinion leaders in the Ocean State and throughout New England.

Our clients include many of the state’s and region’s most impactful organizations, including Crossroads Rhode Island, ONE Neighborhood Builders, YMCA of Greater Providence, Rhode Island FC, the Partnership for Rhode Island, Thrive Behavioral Health, and Jane Pickens Theater.

Responsibilities

Plan, create, and post content for multiple clients – as well as for Half Street Group – across varied social media platforms.
Generate and develop creative content for organic social media campaigns.
Coordinate closely with Account Directors and Account Executives to understand client goals, audiences, key messages, and performance indicators.
Stay aware of and educated on emerging trends in digital and social media and offering clients and Half Street Group with recommendations on new approaches and/or platforms.
Analyze performance and reach of varied accounts and proactively develop strategies for growth.

Qualifications

All members of the Half Street Group team share a passion for working with clients who make a positive, progressive social impact in their communities. The Social & Digital Media Specialist will also have:

1-3 years of experience – which may include internships or high-level college classroom experience – in content creation, social media, and PR/communications, preferably in public policy, mission-oriented, or campaign industries.
Excellent writing skills, including a proven ability to write for varied platforms.
Ability to execute social media strategies on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and other emerging technologies.
Ability to learn key CMS and analytical tools, including Sprout Social, Meta Ads Manager, Meltwater, and Google Analytics.
Experience working with Adobe, Canva and SquareSpace design tools.
Excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.

Additional consideration will be given for:

Spanish fluency
Video and editing skills

Location

This is a full-time, hybrid position based at our South Main Street office in downtown Providence, RI.

Salary Range

$48,000 to $60,000, depending upon experience.

Benefits

Half Street Group offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401K. Our team enjoys a generous annual paid time off package, including 10 vacation days, three personal days, all recognized state and federal holidays, Summer Half Day Fridays, and one full week of “soft closure” at the end of calendar year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Half Street believes that diverse groups generate better and more engaged strategies. We actively oppose discrimination on the basis of race, gender identity or expression, sexuality, religion, age, physical ability or military service. We aim to secure and maintain a reputation as a diverse and inclusive workplace that prioritizes belonging and acceptance.

Research shows that women and applicants of color are often less likely to apply for positions where they do not have all the requisite experience. If this job is appealing to you and if it’s a role that offers you with an opportunity for growth, we want to hear from you even if your resume isn’t a perfect match on paper.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

Half Street Group works with clients who make a positive, progressive social impact in their communities. We engage with politics, policy, and public affairs. Is this a field you are comfortable in?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Location:

Providence, RI 02903 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Providence, RI 02903: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Providence, RI 02903

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