Social Media Content Creator - Part Time, Hybrid

Position Summary

This is a hands-on, creative role focused on social media content creation and digital storytelling. You'll create and publish engaging content across multiple platforms, including capturing photos and videos, developing posts, promoting programs and events, and engaging with online audiences. The goal is to tell consistent and authentic stories through social media that showcase day-to-day activities, community members, partnerships, and the work that happens behind the scenes.

This is a part-time position with a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work and on-site time in Lower Manhattan. The role requires approximately 20 to 30 hours per week, with flexibility for additional hours by prior arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media and Content Creation

• Manage day-to-day presence across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and other approved platforms
• Create, schedule, and publish engaging posts, short-form videos, stories, and platform-specific content
• Capture photos, videos, interviews, and behind-the-scenes content
• Maintain a social media content calendar and coordinate with team members on content needs
• Ensure all content reflects the organization's mission, voice, and visual identity

Digital Storytelling and Engagement

• Develop creative, people-centered content highlighting programs, events, staff, volunteers, community members, and organizational impact
• Propose recurring content series, campaigns, and collaborations to grow audience reach
• Monitor comments, messages, and mentions, responding as appropriate
• Engage with community organizations and relevant local accounts online
• Promote events, volunteer opportunities, and organizational milestones

Planning and Organizational Support

• Track basic social media performance metrics, including reach, views, and engagement
• Maintain organized digital asset files and content approvals
• Support live social media coverage during selected events
• Provide occasional support for related digital projects such as website updates, email graphics, or promotional materials

Skills/Background Needed

• Experience creating social media content, including short-form video, captions, and campaigns
• Strong writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills
• Proficiency with Canva or similar design tools
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Comfort with social media platforms and digital tools
• Experience in nonprofit, community-based, or public-space settings is valued but not required
• Fluency in languages spoken within local communities is a plus

What We Offer

• Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility between remote and on-site time
• Hands-on creative role with direct organizational impact
• Opportunity to tell authentic stories and engage with a vibrant community
• Supportive team environment
• Initial three-month term with potential for extension based on performance and organizational needs

Rate: Competitive entry-level pay, details shared upon application.

Contract length: Part-time, temporary position with initial three-month term and potential for extension.

Location: Hybrid position based in Lower Manhattan, combining remote work with scheduled on-site time. Comfort with urban environments and ability to travel within the local service area required.