Part-time Social Media Associate

Part-time Social Media Associate
New York, NY, US

Salary Range: $25.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Battery Park City Authority is dedicated to creating and sustaining a vibrant, environmentally responsible community on Manhattan's waterfront, one that blends world-class public spaces, public art, and programming with a strong commitment to the people who live, work, and visit here. This role helps bring that work to a wider audience, shaping how the Authority's vision, sustainability efforts, and public resources are told across social platforms through content that is both visually compelling and true to the organization's mission.

Working under the guidance of the Social Media Director, the Part-time Social Media Associate provides a steady pipeline of ready-to-publish creative content, reducing production bottlenecks and allowing the Director to focus on strategy, platform growth, key messaging, and campaign planning. The Associate acts as an extension of the Director's creative vision, translating broader messaging goals into engaging, platform-ready material.

Primary Responsibilities

Shoot and edit short-form video content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube

Design graphics for social media posts, stories, and other organization needs that align with Battery Park City Authority's brand and visual identity

Generate content ideas and concepts that highlight the Authority's public spaces, programs, sustainability initiatives, and community events

Assist in the production of photo and video shoots, including setup, filming, and on-site coordination

Additional Responsibilities

Support the Social Media Director in monitoring trends and platform best practices

Collaborate with other departments to source content ideas and gather materials for upcoming posts

Help maintain brand consistency across all visual and video content

Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends for events

Education and Skills

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree in communications, marketing, graphic design, film/video production, or related discipline and/or has a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience creating content for social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and X (Twitter)

Proficiency with graphic design and video editing tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Canva

Strong eye for visual storytelling, composition, and brand consistency

Attention to detail, especially under tight content deadlines

Experience producing, filming, or performing on camera a plus

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Battery Park City Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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