Social Media Production Assistant

We are an NYC-based company seeking a bright, energetic production assistant to join our award-winning digital media company specializing in educational children and family content. Under the direction of our Social Media team, the Production Assistant will be responsible for developing content, drafting copy and scheduling posts for our social media accounts, blog and website.

The ideal candidate is a strong copywriter, savvy social media user, is willing to pitch in on whatever task is needed, has a “no job too small” attitude and is hyper detail-oriented and organized. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Photoshop) and WordPress is preferred.

Candidate must be comfortable using MS Excel/Google Sheets to organize information, have excellent written communication skills and a strong grasp of English grammar. A background in film or video is helpful; script writing or creative writing skills are a plus. Some work experience post-college is preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn the nuts and bolts of video production with a global brand in the kids and family space.

Please apply with a cover letter and resume. Qualified applicants will be asked to complete a series of short exercises in core skills for the position.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated strong written communication skills, preferably for social media
• Savvy with all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Pinterest)
• Proficiency using MS Excel/Google Sheets

• Strong grasp of English grammar

• Extreme attention to detail

• Willingness to pitch in on any task

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop), WordPress
• Some formal training or experience in copywriting, communications and/or public relations
• Experience running paid advertisements on social media
• Experience with social media metrics and analytic
• Experience working in video and/or audio production
• Experience teaching or working with children

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position with a trial period of three months.

Compensation: $17 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• One location

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place