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Marketing and Advertising Specialist (Web Master & Social Media)

U.S. Department of Defense

Elmendorf Air Force Base, AK
Full Time
Mid Level
2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The position of Marketing and Advertising Specialist (Web Master & Social Media) involves executing cohesive branding for the 773d and 673d Force Support Squadron through messaging, copy, graphics, video, and promotional content distributed online. The role includes web design, maintaining and updating web pages, researching and recommending new software, creating and managing digital content across various platforms, implementing new technologies like artificial intelligence, analyzing web data, and collaborating with the Marketing team to develop creative promotions and strategies. The position requires ensuring all digital content remains accurate and relevant, reviewing copy and graphics for quality and branding, creating original videos, maintaining event calendars, updating digital monitors, and working with base agencies to meet regulations. It involves travel between facilities and may include irregular hours for event coverage. This is a drug testing position with federal employment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute the 773d and 673d Force Support Squadron cohesive branding through messaging, copy, graphics, video, and promotional content to be distributed online.
  • Serve as the web designer, maintaining web page graphics, and updating information.
  • Research and recommend new software to support the web page infrastructure, including content management and digital platforms.
  • Create, edit, publish, administer, and remove digital content across the website, social media platforms, and other digital mediums.
  • Implement new technology such as artificial intelligence and perform web data analysis.
  • Track web-based analytics and deliver monthly reports.
  • Work with the Marketing Director and Assistants to develop creative promotions and direct marketing strategies.
  • Review copy, graphics, advertisements, and links to ensure quality and proper branding.
  • Create original video promotions.
  • Maintain an event calendar for squadron activities and update digital monitors and marquees.
  • Assist in determining campaign needs, including print and digital materials, and organize distribution.
  • Work with base agencies to ensure compliance with all regulations.
  • Meet with Facility/Activity Managers and perform duties across facilities, including travel on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned, including irregular duty hours for events.

Requirements

  • Complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License.
  • Subject to a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing during employment.
  • Shift work required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Resided in the U.S. Territory for three or more consecutive years immediately prior to employment.
  • Complete a physical in Alaska prior to receiving an official job offer.
  • Experience or education demonstrating skills in web design and multi-channel marketing.
  • Working knowledge of design/publishing software such as Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, and Premier Pro.
  • Training in web development/design including HTML and CSS.
  • Experience with WordPress and working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Broad understanding of web trends, technologies, and research/analytic tools.
  • Creative, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks within deadlines.
  • Ability to produce media without grammatical errors.
  • Read, write, and speak English fluently.
  • Physically able to lift/carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with social media platforms and tools.
  • Knowledge of artificial intelligence applications in digital media.
  • Experience working with base agencies and understanding of federal regulations.

Qualifications

  • Experience or education demonstrating skills in web design and multi-channel marketing.
  • Proficiency with Adobe software and web development tools.
  • Experience with WordPress and digital content management.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Benefits & Perks

  • Federal employment benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Paid leave and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development.

Working at U.S. Department of Defense

The role involves collaboration with the Marketing team and base agencies, emphasizing creativity, attention to detail, and compliance with federal and Air Force regulations. It requires adaptability to irregular hours and travel between facilities, supporting the morale, welfare, and recreation activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 18, 2025
Job CategoryDigital Marketing
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

About U.S. Department of Defense

Website

defense.gov

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Elmendorf Air Force Base, AK

Industry

National Security

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