The Digital Content Creator, Social and Video role complements our external agency partners by capturing authentic stories across the university. It is a video‑first role, with a strong emphasis on capturing, editing, and producing short‑form video content for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts, while also supporting the creation of social graphics and other digital content. As the embedded presence of the marketing team, this person will be responsible for uncovering stories, creating content, and building relationships across the university to bring Post’s story to life. This individual will work closely with our Marketing Social Media Strategist and in collaboration with the Associate Experience team’s strategic leadership. This is a hybrid position with some remote work and some days on‑site.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation
Act as the embedded presence of the marketing team, actively identifying and capturing stories, events, and student experiences
Conduct interviews with students, associates, and community members to bring forward authentic stories
Work closely with marketing and PR teams to ensure content aligns with strategic goals and priorities
Create high volumes of short‑form video content for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts
Own the full video production process, including ideation, filming, editing, and preparing content for publishing
Capture content in real time, with a focus on authentic, in‑the‑moment storytelling
Create supporting social graphics and static content to complement video‑first storytelling
Be comfortable both behind the camera and on camera as a forward‑facing creator
Work closely with the Marketing Social Media Strategist and external agency partners to enhance planned content with authentic storytelling
Act as a social media journalist, uncovering student, associate, and community stories
Flag relevant themes, standout stories, or potential issues to broader teams
Event Coverage
Attend and capture content at key university events such as orientation, athletics, and homecoming
Internal Communication
Create and manage content for The Nest in collaboration with Associate Experience leadership
Ensure internal audiences are informed and engaged
Collaboration and Insight
Provide input into content strategy based on university activity
Collaborate on social media and The Nest content calendars
Work with marketing, communications, and campus teams
Collaborate with external agency partners
Analytics and Reporting
Track and share insights on content performance
Identify trends and recommend improvements
Training and Support
Provide guidance to subpage owners including Athletics and Campus Life
Ensure alignment with Post’s brand standards
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Strong understanding of major social media platforms and trends
Strong video production skills including filming and editing
Proficiency in CapCut, Premiere, Final Cut, or similar
Experience creating social graphics and supporting visual content
Demonstrated ability to create engaging video content
Comfortable being on camera
Strong communication skills
Ability to build relationships across the university community
Highly organized and adaptable
Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends
2 to 5 years of relevant experience
Portfolio of video work required
Spanish language fluency is a plus
What Success Looks Like
A consistent stream of high‑quality, video‑first content
Increased visibility of student and university stories
Improved content quality and alignment across channels
Strong engagement and performance across social platforms
Monday‑Friday. Night and weekends when needed for event coverage.
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Digital Content Creator - Social and Video
Post University, Waterbury, CT, USA
Job type: Full Time