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Communications Specialist

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$51K - $68K/yr

Captures and edits photo and video content and manages library. * Supports strategic informational sessions through event coordination, preparing materials, editing decks, coordinating visuals, and ...

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The Graphic Designer collaborates closely with the Photo/Video Specialist, the Manager of ... libraries and brand templates. • Apply and reinforce Marymount's brand standards across all ...

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What are the main challenges faced when managing a large photo library, and how can they be addressed?

Managing a large photo library can present challenges such as organizing vast amounts of digital assets, ensuring proper metadata tagging, and maintaining consistent file naming conventions. Keeping images easily searchable and accessible for team members requires implementing robust digital asset management (DAM) systems and regular library audits. Collaboration with photographers, editors, and designers is also essential to maintain quality and ensure the library meets the needs of various projects. Staying updated on best practices and new software solutions can help streamline these processes.

What is the difference between Photo Library vs Photo Editor?

AspectPhoto LibraryPhoto Editor
Primary RoleOrganizing, cataloging, and maintaining collections of imagesEditing, retouching, and enhancing photos
Required SkillsKnowledge of cataloging software, organization skillsPhoto editing software proficiency, creativity
Work EnvironmentLibraries, archives, media agenciesDesign studios, media companies, freelance
CertificationsNone typically requiredAdobe Photoshop certification or similar

While a Photo Library focuses on organizing and maintaining image collections, a Photo Editor actively edits and enhances photos. Both roles are essential in media and creative industries but serve different functions within the workflow.

What is a photo library job?

A photo library job typically involves the organization, management, and distribution of photographic images within a digital or physical collection. Professionals in this role are responsible for cataloging images, maintaining metadata, ensuring copyright compliance, and facilitating access for clients or internal teams. They may work for media organizations, museums, stock photo agencies, or corporate archives. Attention to detail and knowledge of digital asset management systems are important skills for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Photo Librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Photo Librarian, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in library science, digital asset management, or archiving. Familiarity with digital asset management (DAM) systems, metadata standards, and cataloging software is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset help in working with photographers, clients, and team members. These skills ensure that image collections are accurately organized, easily accessible, and preserved for future use.
Communications Specialist

$53K - $70K/yr

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago


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Job description

The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is a political subdivision established by Chapter 1230 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly. VPRA is responsible for promoting, sustaining, and expanding the availability of passenger and commuter rail services in the Commonwealth, including all administrative and fiduciary responsibilities for Virginia's state-supported passenger rail services. The VPRA also funds Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and administers all capital expansion projects, infrastructure, and land acquisitions related to the $3.7 billion Transforming Rail in Virginia initiative, which will double Amtrak and VRE service in Virginia over the next decade. The VPRA acts as a "responsible public entity" for the acquisition, construction, improvement, maintenance, or operation, or any combination thereof, of a "qualifying transportation facility" under the Public Private Partnership Act of 1995.
Do you thrive in crafting compelling content and building strong community connections? If so, VPRA is looking for you! The External Affairs & Communications Team is looking for a part-time Communication Specialist to support the mission of the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) by developing engaging digital and social media content, managing constituent communications, and strengthening relationships with the public, partners, and stakeholders. This role plays a key part in maintaining VPRA's external presence across various media channels while contributing to internal communication and outreach efforts. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator with strong skills in writing, design, and organization who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
This part-time hourly position will work up to 30 hours per week (based on workload) and may be located in either VPRA's office in Richmond, Virginia, or Alexandria, Virginia.
Responsibilities
  • Under the direction of the Director of External Affairs & Communications, the Communications Specialist will,
  • Develop informative, diverse, and engaging digital content to support VPRA programs, projects, and organizational priorities.
  • Act as primary point of contact to maintain and update the VPRA external website, with secondary and tertiary support from other team members, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, strong user experience, and adherence to VPRA brand guidelines.
  • Responsible for timely uploading of public documents, including but not limited to documents in support of and in response to Board meetings.
  • Monitor, maintain, and improve analytics dashboards for social media and the website; identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Manage the social media content calendar, including proactive planning, content creation, scheduling, and maintaining a robust project photo library, for platforms including, but not limited to, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and NextDoor.
  • Coordinate the publishing of website and social media content, including news updates, project milestones, and events.
  • Assist in managing incoming constituent inquiries through the Contact Us inbox, public inquiry channels, constituent questions from the Governor's office, and the Construction Disruption hotline; ensure timely, accurate responses and maintain tracking and reporting systems.
  • Assist with public outreach events, stakeholder meetings, scheduling, and logistics.
  • Create appropriately branded materials for internal and external use, including presentations, spreadsheets, fact sheets, brochures, postcards, annual wall calendar, and other communication materials.
  • Build strong working relationships with Operations and Project Management teams to understand VPRA projects and communicate them effectively.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of External Affairs & Communications.

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree; equivalent combination of training and experience may be used to meet the minimum qualifications.

Preferred Education:
  • Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field.

Required Experience:
  • A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience, with a focus on communications.
  • Experience with content management, specifically creating and maintaining digital content for websites and social media platforms.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills in writing, editing, and proofreading documents, articles, or publications.
  • Experience managing public inquiries or customer service communications.
  • Familiarity with analytics tools.
  • Intermediate graphic design experience (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of journalism, public relations, and general communications principles and practices.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and manage fluctuating priorities to meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience:
  • Understanding of Commonwealth government structures and decision-making processes.
  • Experience working with government agencies, transportation organizations, or infrastructure projects.
  • Knowledge of the bill enactment process and bill tracking systems in Virginia and the U.S. Congress.
  • Ability to research legislative history and the status of pending legislation and to analyze pending and enacted legislation.

Are you interested in this position, but you don't meet every single requirement? At VPRA, we are dedicated to building a talented team and an inclusive, authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other positions.
Applicants must fully and accurately represent their qualifications and work history on the application or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information in the application, resume, or other relevant documents; therefore, applicants must supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete application/resume or an application/resume lacking in detail may impact your interview eligibility. This website will confirm receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. VETERANS, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. Equal Opportunity Employer