Multimedia Content Specialist for Teknovation at PYA P C

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Development, Content Creation, Social Media, Video Editing, SEO, Analytics Reporting, Time Management, Adobe Cloud, Networking, Community Engagement, Newsletter Production, Event Coverage, Relationship Building

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

PYA is seeking a highly motivated, growth-minded individual to fill the role of Multimedia Content Specialist/ Audience Engagement Specialist for Teknovation [http://teknovation.biz]. The Specialist will support the production, distribution, and expansion of PYA’s publication, focusing on entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and small businesses in East Tennessee. This person will work in a partnership with Teknovation’s editor and the PYA marketing and business development teams to identify and cover community business stories. They will also assist with the production of a newsletter that is issued three times/week and growth analytics tracking. This person also must have an interest in small business, technology, innovation, and scientific concepts. RESPONSIBILITIES * Enterprise and produce multimedia news content that propels the mission of Teknovation forward through various media: video, photo, articles, and social media. Producing one to three unique feature stories each week (sample [https://www.teknovation.biz/a-knoxville-based-vibration-technology-company-could-soon-save-tva-millions/]). * Create a strong network of relationships with key community builders, business leaders, elected officials, and entrepreneurs across East Tennessee in Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Johnson City, Chattanooga, Nashville, and Cookeville. * Attend various community events as a representative of PYA and reporter for Teknovation. * Keep track of community business events relevant to the Teknovation audience and update the website calendar [https://www.teknovation.biz/events-calendar/] accordingly. * Design and send the 3x/week Teknovation newsletter to be compelling, informative, and aligned with PYA’s mission for the publication. * Prepare regular analytics reports about newsletter performance, social media engagement, and online readership to inform decision-making. Work with PYA’s Marketing team and Teknovation’s editor to track and grow the Teknovation audience. * Competency to assist with social media posting and content generation, when needed. * If comfortable, be willing to help be a face for the brand on social platforms. * Assist in video editing for feature stories and branded partnerships. * Work hand-in-hand with Teknovation’s Editor, PYA CMO, and Marketing team to ensure quality standards are met and work products exceed expectations. QUALIFICATIONS * At least 3 years of work experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, or business development required. Preference for journalists who have a body of work to share. * Proficiency with publishing platforms such as WordPress, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, and content management systems (Asana) is a big plus. * Knowledge of SEO best practices. * Experience in generating analytics reports. * Exceptional time management with a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines with attention to detail. * Existing community relationships and connections are a big plus. * Proficiency in Adobe Cloud software (Photoshop, Premiere, Audition) * Hard worker. Belief in the product offering. Eagerness to help it bloom. About teknovation: Teknovation.biz [http://teknovation.biz] was launched to spotlight and celebrate all things related to technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship in East Tennessee. The website is sponsored by PYA [https://pyapc.com/] as a service to those interested in advancing the region’s economy through technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Teknovation.biz is the place for East Tennesseans to share their successes, learn about the successes of others, and focus on long-term winning strategies. It creates awareness of our region’s assets and helps drive technology, innovation, and entrepreneurial job growth in Knoxville, TN and surrounding communities in the Southeast

Responsibilities

The Multimedia Content Specialist will produce multimedia news content and support the expansion of Teknovation's publication. They will work closely with the editor and marketing teams to cover community business stories and manage the newsletter production.