[Are you looking for an opportunity to use your communications and design skills to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking a creative and motivated individual to join our communications and marketing team! As the Communications and Design Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing various communications and visual content strategies to effectively communicate cooperative messaging to both internal and external audiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of graphic design principles and programs, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects.[At East River Electric Power Cooperative we're dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale power to our members across 40,000 square miles of service area. As a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative, we provide electricity to 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally-owned electric system serving eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members, in turn, power the lives of the member-owners in their service territories.

　　[[Our Cooperative Community[As a cooperative, we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. We've built our foundation on Touchstone Energy's four cooperative values: integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference, which is why we value things like community outreach, teamwork, and work-life balance.[This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison, South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital, experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University, enjoy a thriving community center, and more. With two stunning lakes nearby, recreational opportunities are abundant, and you'll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakota's most popular attractions.

　　[What You'll Accomplish[As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference every day. Your education, skills, and experience will be put to excellent use, contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional wholesale power to our members. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who embody the cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. We believe in investing in your growth and development, which is why we offer paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. In this position you will:]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}

　　Develop and implement creative communications strategies to promote the cooperative and its members.Create and design engaging and visually appealing content for various platforms, including social media, websites, events, and marketing materials.Coordinate and manage the cooperative's social media accounts and website.Design and write content for monthly digital newsletters.Ensure all materials align with the cooperative's brand standards and key messaging.[Showcase Your Knowledge, Abilities, and Expertise. Do you have?]{arial",sans-serif"=""}

　　A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, graphic design, public relations, or related field

　　Strong written and verbal communication skills

　　Experience in graphic design, with proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

　　Knowledge and proficiency in social media management, email marketing platforms, and website management

　　[Time management skills with the ability to work on m ltiple projects simultaneously]{arial",sans-serif"=""}