Social Media Content Creator

***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.***

***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.***

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Social Media Content Creator

Sales, Marketing and Communications

​​Full-Time Position​ 

The Social Media Content Creator will be responsible for developing and executing captivating social media content across various platforms to expand Cirque du Soleil’s (CdS) global footprint at high speed. Reporting to the Social Media Manager, the Content Creator will work in close collaboration with the social media team and show teams balancing content from creative ideation and execution and channel strategy planning. The Content Creator will act as a social media creative ambassador at Cirque du Soleil. The ideal candidate will be ultra social media savvy, have experience in creating and editing high-quality short-form content, and possess a deep understanding of Instagram and TikTok trends and best practices. 

The Social Media Content Creator will have the opportunity to: 

·       Create and edit high-quality short-form content for social platforms; 

·       Act as a springboard for creation and provide guidance early on regarding how it will be expressed on different platforms; 

·       Capture content, sometimes from multiple locations in one day, using an iPhone and potentially other professional camera equipment; 

·       Execute tasks promptly to meet deadlines and project requirements;

·       Edit and refine content to meet quality standards, visually appealing, and optimized for social media platforms; 

·        Identify daily, quick-turnaround reactive opportunities — throw ideas and see what sticks; 

·        Be an integral part of brainstorming for larger campaigns and participate in collaborative moments (brainstorming, workshops) for stakeholders to ensure campaigns have social first content; 

·        Assist influencers and brands to create social focused content highlighting CdS on their channels; 

·        Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices on Instagram and TikTok to enhance content creation and optimization. 

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:  

·       3 years experience creating high-performing social content;

·       Experience developing content from ground up - ideation to the final cut;

·       Demonstrated experience in creating and editing high-quality short-form content for social media platforms; 

·       Highly skilled in ideation and pitching ideas; 

·       Deep understanding of social media and the nuances between platforms; 

·       Proficient in shooting content using an iPhone, familiarity with professional camera equipment is a plus;

·       Strong video editing skills and proficiency in editing software/tools;

·       Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;

·       Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to independently travel to multiple locations in one day;

·       Previous experience in TikTok or other vertical content production preferred;

·       Experience in live-entertainment or global entertainment is preferred; 

·       Impeccable English verbal and writing skills; 

·       Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills; 

·       Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization.

As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, first hand.  

Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.  

When you think of your ideal workplace, what comes to mind? For us, it looks (and really is) like this: 

·       Teamwork – we thrive with collaborative teams, regardless of titles or departments; 

·       Respect – when we ask someone to join our team, it’s because we trust and respect you; 

·       Integrity – whether you work behind-the-scenes or in the office, you’re being counted on. We are a team and integrity go a long way here, and like we mentioned previously, trust is important;  

·       Authenticity – we want you to bring your full self to work, this is a place where you don’t need to fit into a box to belong; diverse perspectives foster even more creativity in the workplace. We embrace the human behind the employee number; 

·       Being heard – you have access to everyone in the organization, use your voice on development questions or suggestions on how to improve the experience. We value open and transparent communication and we want you to be heard!  

Come create with us and let us show you what a “circus family” feels like!  

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.