Social Media Content Creator Job at Now I Am Known in Charlotte

About Now I Am Known

Now I Am Known is dedicated to helping children and families, especially those in foster care, feel seen, valued, and heard. Led by Peter Mutabazi, a foster dad and advocate, we aim to spread a message of resilience, compassion, and hope.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a creative and enthusiastic Social Media Content Creator to focus on producing engaging short-form video content for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts. This on-location role involves capturing inspiring moments, telling impactful stories, and connecting with an online audience to promote the mission of Now I Am Known. The role requires weekly in-person filming at Peter’s home in Charlotte, NC.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet weekly at Peter’s home to film and create short-form videos (reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) showcasing the work and stories of Now I Am Known.
• Stay up-to-date with social media trends and creatively incorporate them into content.
• Film using an iPhone, with comfort and skill in basic editing techniques.
• Collaborate effectively with Peter and the kids, capturing genuine and meaningful interactions.
• Engage with the social media community, responding to comments and messages when needed.
• Content Creation: Meet weekly to film short-form videos (reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) showcasing the work and stories of Now I Am Known.
• Social Media Management: Create, edit, and post content on social platforms, ensuring alignment with current trends and the organization’s mission.
• Brand Partnership Management: Handle all aspects of brand partnerships, including securing sponsorships, negotiating contracts, and maintaining brand relationships.
• Communication and Responsiveness: Respond promptly to inquiries from brand partners, social media followers, and internal team members, maintaining clear and effective communication.
• Community Engagement: Actively engage with the online community, including responding to comments, messages, and coordinating with brand partners to amplify posts.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, with experience creating content for these platforms.
• Good written communication skills for captions, comments, and community engagement.
• A positive attitude and comfort working alongside children.
• Ability to work independently and take creative initiative.
• Social Media Expertise: Strong knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, with a track record of creating engaging content.
• Brand Partnership Skills: Experience in managing brand deals or partnerships, with the ability to negotiate and align partnerships to the organization’s mission.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be responsive and proactive in communication with partners and team members.
• Creative and Trend-Savvy: Ability to stay current with social media trends and apply them effectively.
• Interpersonal Comfort: Positive attitude, especially in working alongside children, and ability to collaborate in a family-friendly environment.
• Self-Motivation: Independent and proactive in taking creative initiative to support organizational goals.
• Time Commitment: Reliable and able to work at least 20 hours per week.

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about creating impactful content and want to help amplify the message of Now I Am Known, please send your resume and examples of your social media work to peter@nowiamknown.org