Digital Media Director

Salary: $56,052.00 - $73,135.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190094
Agency: Forestry Commission
Division: Education & Information
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: BC42
Position Number:: 60011128
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $56,052.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $73,135.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: When applying for this position, the electronic state application must be completed to include the Education and Work Experience sections and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each work-related position and, if applicable, military service (indicate rank) and job-related volunteer work that you feel qualifies you for the position. Failure to provide detailed and complete work-related information may result in your application being rejected. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. SCFC requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. Interested individuals can access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
The Responsibilities of the Digital Media Director:
Manages all aspects of the South Carolina Forestry Commission's social media operations. Serves as the official agency photographer and videographer. Serves as one of the agency's official spokespersons. Performs other general public information, external outreach and educational assistance for the agency.

• Manages all aspects of the South Carolina Forestry Commission's social media operations - specifically Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube - leading the creative development of engaging, impactful and relevant content through a dynamic combination of writing, photography, graphic design and especially video production; collaborates with all agency stakeholders, internal and external, to raise awareness of the agency's mission, people and activities as well as achieve continued growth; develops analytics measures and reporting procedures to validate the effectiveness and impact of visual and digital communications efforts as they relate to the execution of the agency's communications strategy; stays abreast of emerging platforms to ensure the relevance, currency and vitality of agency communications.
• Serves as the official agency photographer and videographer, traveling as needed to document agency activities, personnel and events as well as provide content for agency publications and other vehicles; manages all aspects of video production, editing and dissemination, including official public service announcements, promotional content, educational products, training videos and ad hoc projects of considerable variety; responsible for all visual/digital media resources, assets and needs, including camera equipment inventory, photo libraries and request fulfillment; executes the visual and digital components of the agency's comprehensive communications strategy to facilitate effective, timely and impactful informational and educational communications.
• Serves as an official spokesperson who also represents the agency publicly in the media and at partner-led, education-related and community events (Wood Magic, FASC annual conference, Woodland Clinic, etc.), providing accurate, timely and transparent media responses and interviews about wildfires, emergency situations and agency services, among others, while protecting the agency's brand, image and reputation.
• Responds to requests for information and assistance from media, landowners, citizens and partners about everything from prescribed burns and wildfires to smoke complaints and agency services, among others.
• Performs other duties as required in support of the agency's mission and strategic initiatives.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree with two years of relevant experience related to the development and dissemination of informational material via visual media and digital platforms, specifically writing, producing, editing, packaging and distributing video, digital and social media content for a variety of internal and external audiences and purposes.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• A criminal background check and drug test are required.

Additional Comments

• This position is based in an office environment, but also involves working outdoors for social media postings, agency and partner/community events. Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods of time working on a computer. Must be able to lift 25lbs, bend and squat.
• Normal work schedule is M-F from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Requires travel for work during regular business hours and sometimes at night or overnight, and occasionally working on weekends and multi-day, out-of-town events. Night and weekend monitoring of and responsiveness to internal and external communications required.
• Proficiency in managing and leveraging social media platforms - specifically Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube - to promote agency messaging, communicate with the public and provide extensive analytical reporting for each. Ability to strategize, anticipate, produce and schedule social media content far in advance as well as create ad-hoc messages and visual graphics for posts, presentations and other communication products.
• High proficiency in using photo/video camera equipment as well as production/editing software and techniques to integrate visual/digital subject matter into social media campaigns, promotional videos, training curricula and a wide range of other visual/digital content.
• Knowledge of brand development, usage and the accurate deployment of those brands in various marketing collateral outputs.
• Working knowledge of basic journalistic principles and practices, composition and style, including Associated Press (AP) style, and a strong proficiency in proper spelling and grammar. Ability to do primary research on agency-related topics, as well as the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources, then curate and convey that information in a clear, concise, accurate and engaging manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and through the written word; ability to work in a collaborative atmosphere and to develop and coordinate effective teams.
• Position is subject to random, post incident/accident, reasonable suspicion and rehabilitation monitoring and drug and alcohol testing consistent with SCFC Drug-Free Workplace-CDL Drug and Alcohol Testing. This position is designated as safety-sensitive.

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position may be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and understand this statement.

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• No

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Do you possess a bachelor's degree and have at least two years of relevant experience writing, producing, editing, packaging and distributing video, digital and social media content for a variety of internal and external audiences and purposes?

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Are you willing to accept a starting salary between $56,052-$73,135?

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