What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media Content Creator position at The Apartment Source?
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About Us: The Apartment Source is a leading Chicago real estate brokerage specializing in apartment rentals and sales. We are looking for a creative, self-motivated, and organized individual to join our team as a Social Media Content Coordinator. This role will be key in promoting our brand and services through engaging, short-form video content across various social media platforms.
Job Summary: As the Social Media Content Coordinator, you will be responsible for producing engaging short-form video content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, as well as managing our social media presence. You will work closely with our team and directors to schedule building tours for content, engage with our audience, and help coordinate content strategies. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fun and fast-paced environment while building our social media presence and brand— must be located in Chicago.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and edit 5 short-form video posts per week (Instagram Reels, TikToks, YouTube Shorts).
- Write creative copy for posts and captions that align with brand voice and engage target audiences.
- Manage social media interactions, including responding to DMs, comments, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Coordinate and schedule building tours for content creation, working closely with agents and other departments.
- Assist with content calendar planning and scheduling across social media platforms.
- Organize and maintain media files, ensuring assets are easily accessible for future use.
- Record social media analytics to help track measurable KPI’s.
- Stay up-to-date on trends and best practices in social media and content creation, particularly on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Attend company or networking events to capture content opportunities as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or 2 years of professional content creation or social media management experience preferred.
- Proven experience in content creation, filming, editing, and copywriting.
- Strong knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube platforms, including trends and best practices for engagement.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
- Creative thinking and a passion for producing high-quality, engaging content.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
- Experience using video editing tools
Additional Information:
- This is a part-time position requiring 20-25 hours per week.
- Flexible hours, but availability to attend events and collaborate with the team as needed.
- Hybrid position— some office hours may be required. Must be located in Chicago with the ability to navigate the city independently.
- Compensation will be based on experience.
- Opportunities for growth include workshops and regular insights into the real estate industry, leasing, sales and investing in apartment buildings
How to Apply: If you’re passionate about content creation and social media and want to be a part of a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, portfolio or link to social media accounts, and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30