On-Site Social Media Content Creator Job at GO! Local Publications in Downingtow
GO! Local Publications, Downingtown, Chester County, United States
Job Title: On-Site Social Media Content Creator
Location: Remote & On Location in Coatesville, Honey Brook, and Downingtown, Pennsylvania
Hours & Pay: 5-10 hours per week | $15–$22 per hour depending on experience and growth interest
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
About Us
We are GO! LOCAL Publications — the team behind 19320GO, 19335GO, and 19344GO — three hyperlocal, positive journalism platforms dedicated to celebrating what makes Coatesville, Downingtown, and Honey Brook special. Through uplifting storytelling, community-focused coverage, and curated local content, we help build stronger, more connected neighborhoods. Learn more at https://golocalpublications.com/
Over the last year, GO! Local Publications posts have reached over 100,00 people in Chester County with over +1M post views.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a creative, community-minded Social Media Content Creator (video content) to help manage and grow these platforms. This role is perfect for someone who loves telling local stories, enjoys connecting with people in the community, and knows how to make social content engaging and shareable.
Responsibilities
- Source and create social media video content highlighting local organizations, businesses, and community events (including optional interview-style segments)
- Meet with local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and community members on site (at their place of business) to discover and share their stories
- Attend community events to capture photos, videos, and firsthand stories for the platforms
- Manage and schedule content across social media accounts:
- 19344GO (Honey Brook)
- 19335GO (Downingtown)
- Use local resources to gather upcoming events, news, and other community-focused stories
- Collaborate in a weekly meeting with the GO LOCAL team to coordinate content calendars and brainstorm new ideas
Ideal Candidate
- Lives in the Western Chestser County Region or nearby
- Passionate about local journalism, storytelling, and building community connections
- Enjoys meeting and talking with local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and residents
- Comfortable creating and editing engaging short-form video content for social media (Reels, TikTok, etc.)
- Loves attending community events and capturing authentic photos, videos, and stories
- Strong writing and communication skills for social captions and short features
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage posting schedules across multiple platforms
- Familiarity with Coatesville, Honey Brook, and Downingtown communities (or a willingness to learn and explore them)
Learn more about GO! Local Publications at https://golocalpublications.com/