What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media Coordinator position at Visit Pleasant Hill?
Part-Time Social Media Support
Location: Pleasant Hill, CA
Hours: 7- 8 hours per week
Compensation: $20 - $25per hour
About Visit Pleasant Hill (VPH)
Visit Pleasant Hill is the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) dedicated to promoting Pleasant Hill as a vibrant and welcoming destination for visitors. We showcase the city's charm, events, and attractions through innovative marketing strategies, storytelling, and digital engagement.
We are looking for a Part-Time Social Media Support to help us capture the heartbeat of Pleasant Hill through engaging content. If you love exploring the city, attending local events, and have an eye for compelling visuals and storytelling—this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities
1. Content Creation & Management (70%)
- Spend 4-5 hours per week in and around Pleasant Hill capturing content (photos, videos, and stories).
- Attend local events, festivals, and activities to create authentic, engaging social media content.
- Develop and curate engaging content (text, images, videos) for various social media platforms.
- Maintain a content calendar, ensuring consistent posting and timely delivery to the social media team.
- Research industry trends, target audience preferences, and emerging content ideas to enhance engagement.
2. Community Engagement & Interaction (15%)
- Support the Social Media team in engaging with followers, responding to comments, and fostering conversations.
- Monitor and build relationships within the online community, encouraging user-generated content and local participation.
3. Performance Monitoring & Reporting (10%)
- Assist in tracking social media performance metrics (engagement, reach, conversions).
- Identify areas for improvement and opportunities for content optimization based on analytics.
4. Collaboration & Trend Awareness (5%)
- Work with the marketing, design, and social media teams to ensure content aligns with brand messaging.
- Stay up to date on social media trends, platform updates, and best practices.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Passion for local culture, events, and community engagement.
Skilled in photography, videography, and social media content creation.
Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn and emerging social platforms.
Strong written and visual storytelling abilities.
Basic knowledge of social media analytics and performance metrics.
Ability to work independently, be proactive, and meet deadlines.
Comfortable engaging with people and capturing real-life experiences.
Requirements
- Availability to work 8 hours per week, including attending local events and city happenings.
- Owns a smartphone with a high-quality camera (bonus if you have experience with DSLR or other professional equipment).
- Reliable transportation to move around Pleasant Hill for content capture.
- Experience in social media content creation or marketing is a plus but not required.
How to Apply
If you're excited about showcasing Pleasant Hill’s vibrancy and have an eye for compelling social media content, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply, submit:
- A brief cover letter explaining why you’re a great fit for this role.
- A link to your portfolio, social media pages, or samples of your content work.
- Your availability and any relevant experience, start date 1st May 2025.
Deadline to Apply: 18th April 2025
Contact: info@visitpleasanthill.com
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 7 – 8 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a creative and outgoing personality? Do you understand the different formats required for social media content, photography & videography?
Language:
- English (Required)
Location:
- Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Salary : $20 - $25