What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media & Graphic Design Specialist position at Food Gurus Hawaii | Restaurant & Food Brand Marketing?
Est. 2004, Food Gurus is Hawaii's largest F&B marketing specialist providing customized creative, communication, digital and marketing services for brand leaders. Come, learn from and be a part of our dynamic & talented team.
About the Role:
This is an execution-heavy, hybrid role that requires a mix of strategic thinking, hands-on content creation, and graphic design skills. You’ll lead the day-to-day planning and execution of organic social media content across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You’ll also support the broader agency with graphic design and light art direction work—ranging from brand visuals to campaign assets.
Description:
Social Media Content & Strategy
- Build and manage organic content calendars for multiple clients
- Create static, motion, and short-form video content tailored to each platform
- Edit and optimize content for Reels and TikTok (trends, sound syncing, basic cuts)
- Write engaging, on-brand captions with a strong understanding of tone
- Keep tabs on emerging social media trends, tools, and best practices
- Analyze performance to improve future content planning
Graphic Design & Visual Content
- Design social assets, brand visuals, digital ads, and marketing materials
- Contribute to branding projects and creative campaign execution
- Collaborate on creative direction and bring ideas to life visually
- Ensure consistency with client brand standards and voice
- Handle multiple design projects simultaneously with attention to detail and timelines
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience in a creative role combining social media and graphic design
- Portfolio showcasing social media content, design work, and short-form video
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator; After Effects or Premiere a plus) Plus and mobile apps for social media creation
- Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn from a brand perspective
- Ability to edit video content for social platforms (Reels, TikTok)
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, flexible work environment
- Someone who can manage their own time and deliver work that meets or exceeds expectations
- Bonus: Basic photography or animation skills
We want to see examples of social content, design work, and any video editing you’ve done—especially for Instagram or TikTok. If you’re excited about doing hands-on work across social and design in a creative, nimble environment, we’d love to hear from you!