Social Media Content Creator - Mission Edge
National City, CA 91950
About the Job
Mission Edge is posting on behalf of Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center located in National City, CA.
Job Description: Social Media Content Creator
Location: San Diego, CA
Schedule: 10-15 hours per week
Reports to: Communication & Marketing Manager
Compensation: $19 - $22 hourly rate
Classification: Part-time, Non-exempt, in-person, occasional evening and weekend work required.
Benefits:
Job Description: Social Media Content Creator
Location: San Diego, CA
Schedule: 10-15 hours per week
Reports to: Communication & Marketing Manager
Compensation: $19 - $22 hourly rate
Classification: Part-time, Non-exempt, in-person, occasional evening and weekend work required.
Benefits:
- Eligible for sick pay and some vacation time
- Employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan
- Cell phone stipend
- Monthly and quarterly all staff professional development and team-building opportunities
- Beautiful garden work environment
- Culture of learning, care, and community
Scope of Work: The Social Media Content Creator position will support the digital communication efforts of Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center, focusing on social media management and content creation to promote our environmental, food, and nature-based programs. This position requires hands-on experience in content creation, digital storytelling, and audience engagement through various social media platforms. As an organization rooted in community, this role requires active participation in anti-racist work and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create engaging content (videos, photos, graphics, and copy) that showcases Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center’s mission, values, and events.
- Assist with managing Olivewood’s social media accounts including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn by planning, scheduling, and posting content regularly to maintain an active online presence.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to align content with campaign goals, key messaging, and brand guidelines.
- Track social media analytics to measure the effectiveness of posts and campaigns, offering insights and recommendations for improving engagement.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for storytelling, environmental advocacy, and community connection through digital platforms.
- Actively engage with our online community by responding to comments and messages, and encouraging audience interaction.
- Stay updated on social media trends and best practices to keep Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center relevant and fresh.
- Work closely with the Communications and Marketing Manager and other team members to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
Olivewood Programs Communication & Marketing:
- Identify opportunities to expand Olivewood’s reach through social media and communications.
- Develop and manage a social media marketing calendar through Trello or other platforms.
- Assess social media strategies for effectiveness and update as needed.
- Assist with content creation for email marketing campaigns, newsletters, and other digital outreach efforts, as needed.
Community Outreach & Team Engagement:
- Participate in Olivewood staff meetings and other all-staff activities.
- Represent Olivewood in the community at professional and community events.
- Support annual Olivewood events, including the Day of Play and Seedling Soirée, Holiday Bazaar, Halloween, Spring Plant Sale, and other events.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- 1+ relevant experience or education in digital media and content creation
- Marketing, communications or related field experience preferred
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Commitment to health and wellness
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Interpersonal Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Comfortable working with supervisor, co-workers, employees, interns, and volunteers
- Flexible in fast-paced and unpredictable environments. Able to weigh multiple factors to act quickly, decisively, and diplomatically
- Proven experience working with people of different cultures and backgrounds
Language Ability:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to write reports and correspondence
- Ability to speak effectively before groups
- Bilingual Spanish and English is preferred
Reasoning Ability:
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in using social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), and have a willingness to learn new platforms
Certificates and Licenses:
An acceptable DMV record and a valid driver’s license are required.
Physical Demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Ability to work with frequent interruption and to simultaneously supervise a variety of tasks
- Ability to stand, stoop, reach, and bend. Mobility of arms to reach, dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate large and small objects
- Ability to read small print
- Ability to stand for long periods and walk long distances
- Ability to lift, push, and/or pull objects, which may be approximately 40 pounds
- Ability to work with and in the proximity of, equipment with moving mechanical parts
- Ability to work outdoors and tolerate varying weather conditions
- Frequent walking over uneven and unpaved areas, and/or standing is required
- Extensive use of the computer and other administrative duties
About Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center: The mission of Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center is to inspire youth and adults to be healthy and active citizens through organic gardening, environmental stewardship and nutrition education. Once the home of the Walton family, the teaching gardens on the property have been cultivated for over 20 years. Now the site of our nutrition and garden education center, the unique 8-acre property is located in National City. Since 2010 Olivewood has received over 140,000 visits from children and family members from throughout San Diego County who are learning about food, health, and the natural environment.
Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, age, medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, caregiver status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Olivewood, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experiences don't align perfectly with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this position.
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About Mission Edge:
Mission Edge is a nonprofit organization based in San Diego, California. The company's mission is to help other nonprofits become more effective, sustainable, and impactful. They do this by providing consulting services, training programs, and technology solutions to help organizations improve their operations and increase their impact.Mission Edge offers a range of services, including strategy consulting, program design and evaluation, technology solutions, and capacity building. Their services are designed to help nonprofits achieve their goals and serve their communities more effectively. The company has a strong focus on using technology and data to drive social impact, and they work with organizations across a variety of sectors, including health, education, and the arts.In addition to their consulting services, Mission Edge also offers a number of training programs and workshops to help nonprofit professionals build their skills and knowledge. They also host events and convenings to bring together leaders from across the sector to exchange ideas and learn from one another.In summary, Mission Edge is a nonprofit organization that helps other nonprofits become more effective and impactful through consulting services, training programs, and technology solutions. They work to improve the operations of organizations across a variety of sectors and are committed to using technology and data to drive social impact.
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