Better Place Design & Build is hiring: Content Creator in San Diego

Job Title: Content Creator

Job Type: Part-time (20 hours per week)

About Us

At Better Place Design & Build, we're passionate about transforming homes and elevating lifestyles through innovative home expansions. As a growing design & build firm in San Diego, we specialize in ADUs, garage conversions, and room additions. Our team values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning, fostering a culture that encourages growth and innovation.

Our Culture

We believe in the power of teamwork and the importance of a collaborative spirit. Our flexible work environment allows for a balanced work-life dynamic, while our office sessions promote teamwork and idea-sharing. We value each team member’s input, ensuring your ideas are heard, appreciated, and implemented.

Key Responsibilities

Videography, Photography & Drone Operation (On-Site)

1. Travel to job sites across San Diego to capture high-quality video footage and professional-grade photos of our construction projects, including ADUs, garage conversions, and room additions.
2. Operate a drone (certified pilot required) to capture aerial video footage and photography of our projects, ensuring a dynamic and engaging perspective.
3. Work closely with the Head of Marketing and Social Media Manager to execute creative briefs, ensuring all content aligns with our brand identity and social media strategy.
4. Capture high-quality assets that highlight our craftsmanship and design expertise, ensuring photos are well-composed, properly lit, and visually compelling.

Content Creation & Editing

1. Edit video and photo content for various social media platforms, websites, and digital content with a primary focus on Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.
2. Ensure content is optimized for each specific platform, including aspect ratios, video length, and engagement-driven elements.
3. Work with multiple content formats, including short-form social media clips and longer-form content.
4. Stay updated on current social media trends and best practices to ensure content remains modern, engaging, and high-performing.

Equipment & Scheduling

1. Must have access to professional-grade videography, photography, and editing equipment.
2. Must be able to travel to job sites across San Diego as needed to capture content.
3. Set filming days will be scheduled in advance, requiring availability on those specific days.
4. We are also willing to invest in additional equipment to enhance the quality of our assets and content.

Requirements & Skills

1. Proven experience in videography and photography, particularly for construction and real estate projects.
2. Strong knowledge of camera equipment, lighting, and composition to produce professional-grade visual content.
3. Must be a certified drone pilot with experience in capturing aerial video footage and photography, ideally for real estate or construction projects.
4. Extensive experience in video and photo editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, or equivalent software.
5. Ability to edit multiple formats for social media, website content, and digital promotional material, with social content as the primary focus.
6. Experience in creating short-form video content specifically for social media.

Social Media & Digital Content Expertise

1. Strong understanding of video and photo content optimization for social media (formats, engagement trends, and best practices).
2. Ability to tailor content to different platforms, ensuring maximum engagement and brand consistency.

Project & Time Management

1. Flexible scheduling availability is required. Due to the nature of construction timelines, scheduled days may vary, and adjustments may be needed based on project progress.
2. Strong time management skills, efficiently balancing filming, photography, and editing within a 20-hour weekly workload.
3. Ability to collaborate effectively with marketing, social media, and project teams to execute creative visions.

Why Join Us?

1. Creative Freedom – Lead and execute innovative social media strategies that make an impact.
2. Collaborative Environment – Work closely with a team that values your creative input and expertise.
3. Professional Growth – Opportunity to learn, grow, and stay ahead of social media trends in a supportive environment.
4. Flexible Work Hours – Enjoy a balanced work-life dynamic with set filming days and flexible editing schedules.
5. Exciting Projects – Be a key player in shaping the social media presence of an up-and-coming leader in home remodeling.
6. Supportive Leadership – Report directly to the Head of Marketing and receive the guidance and support needed to excel in your role.
7. Investment in Equipment – If additional gear is needed to enhance content quality, we are willing to invest in the right tools.

How to Apply

If you have a passion for visual storytelling, a strong eye for design and composition, and experience in shooting and editing construction/real estate content, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. Your resume detailing your relevant experience and skills.
2. Links to your portfolio or samples of previous work showcasing your videography, photography, and editing capabilities.
3. Any additional social media content or digital assets you have created that highlight your expertise in short-form video and real estate/construction projects.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Art/Creative and Marketing

Industries: Construction