Job Posting with the MI Democratic Party

[Vanilla Madness]

Webmaster – Michigan Democratic Party
EMPLOYER: Michigan Democratic Party
POSITION: Webmaster
REPORTS TO: Director of Internet Operations
LOCATED IN: Lansing, MI

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make daily website updates to keep the site fresh and interesting, including basic copy writing, photo editing and HTML coding.
• Creating website graphics with a consistent look and feel as necessary.
• Suggest and implement site improvements.
• Monitoring of website traffic statistics, as well as credit card contributions, and generate periodic summary reports for campaign staff.
• Work with and train non-technical campaign staff to make use of the website to include their strategies and objectives and update content management on the site.
• Coordinate website updates with Communications and Field, and Fundraising departments.
• Format and send bulk emails to supporters – based on an agreed upon schedule and objectives for each email.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-3 years experience with web design and layout, including HTML and CSS.
• Be self-sufficient and able to work independently as well as contribute to team efforts.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Skilled in Adobe Photoshop or Macromedia Fireworks.
• Knowledge of email spam prevention techniques and software.
• Knowledge of web usability.
• Able to work long hours in a fun but fast-paced political environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous campaign experience a plus but not required.

TO APPLY:
Please email resume to Walt Herzig at [e-mail]