Social Media Content Creator

Part-Time Content Creator & Video Editor (Social Media)Location: Columbia, SC (Onsite)Job Type: Part-TimePay: $16-$17/hour (up to 25 hours per week)Are you creative, confident on camera, and passionate about storytelling? We're looking for a talented Content Creator & Video Editor to join our team and help elevate our social media presence through compelling educational storytelling and visually engaging content.This role will collaborate closely with our agency's news team to produce engaging, platform-optimized content. Occasional travel to events in the Columbia area is required (reliable transportation is a must).What You'll Do:Create, edit, and optimize short- and long-form video content for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and moreCapture high-quality photos and video aligned with brand aestheticsDevelop engaging posts, reels, and stories to drive audience engagementEdit using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and similar toolsStay ahead of social media trends and emerging formatsRepurpose existing content into fresh, platform-specific mediaCollaborate with marketing and social teams on strategy and campaignsManage content organization and maintain efficient workflowsWhat We're Looking For:Bachelor's degree in Communications, Multimedia Production, or related field (or equivalent experience)Experience in social media content creation and video editingProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator)Experience with CapCut and Adobe ExpressStrong storytelling skills and an eye for compelling visualsComfortable and confident on cameraCreative, quick-thinking, and able to generate ideas on the spotKnowledge of platform-specific best practicesAbility to work independently and meet deadlinesBonus Points For:Experience with DSLR cameras, lighting, and audio equipmentMotion graphics or animation experienceNews/media background (TV or radio preferred)We're looking for someone who fits well with the team, learns quickly, and understands both public media and modern social platforms. If you're versatile, innovative, and excited about creating content that informs and engages, we'd love to connect!