What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photographer & Social Media Manager position at Baby Steps?
PHOTOGRAPHER & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER: 15-20 hours/week // May include some weekends // Held accountable by Hub Executive Director // Coached by Director of Marketing // Live Locally in Auburn, AL // Work is Partially Remote
SUMMARY: The Photographer & Social Media Manager is a creative, detail-oriented, and organized individual who is responsible for a variety of content-related functions for the local Baby Steps Hub. Job functions include, but are not limited to, photography, developing strategic digital marketing campaigns, social media content creation and management, etc. As a critical part of the Baby Steps mission, you will work cooperatively to creatively present the organization, its mission, and brand across a variety of contexts. You will represent and promote Baby Steps and its mission, reaching Student-Moms, supporters, and the general community. You will cast vision and empower teammates, board members, and volunteers to appropriately work alongside you in various marketing endeavors. These activities shall be consistent with Baby Steps’ mission and vision. Work days/hours are flexible & working remotely is likely. The Photographer & Social Media Manager will also report to the Director of Marketing weekly for scheduling and planning.
*Photography portfolio required with application submission
EDUCATION BACKGROUND:
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in marketing or a related field preferred
- Relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
REQUIREMENTS:
- A minimum of 1 year of professional photography experience
- Must own a professional camera
- Proficient in shooting in manual mode & various lighting contexts
- Proficient in editing photos in LightRoom & Photoshop
- A working knowledge of social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok
- A working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect with and inspire followers
- A willingness to stay up-to-date on social media trends and algorithm updates
- Ability to strategize and implement social media marketing campaigns
- Must be comfortable working remotely, alone, and with a team
- The ability to work within established guidelines and meet goals and deadlines
- The ability to meet or exceed goals created and agreed upon with the Director of National Marketing and Hub Executive Director and report updates regularly as requested
- Ability and willingness to demonstrate commitment to the Baby Steps’ mission, vision, and core values
- Excellent organization and time management skills