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creative director and new media strategist

National Geographic

<div>National Geographic is seeking a Senior Manager, Social Media to lead overall strategy and day-to-day execution across a world-class portfolio of social accounts reaching over 800M followers. This role will set the direction for the @NatGeo brand and vertical social accounts spanning Animals, Travel, Science, and more - driving audience growth through top-tier short-form content, community management, and platform innovation. Notably, this strategist will lead the execution of our Kids &amp; Family social strategy, with a keen eye on growing our @NatGeoFamily handles.
Additionally, the Senior Manager will own the development and execution for key National Geographic brand priorities like our Earth Month campaign and integrated social media marketing with other Nat Geo-branded lines of business.
What You Bring:
<ul><li>Proven experience leading social strategy for large-scale media brands in entertainment, editorial and beyond</li><li>
Deep expertise across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Reddit</li><li>
Strong understanding of the creator economy and platform ecosystems</li><li>
Ability to translate insights into actionable, scalable strategies</li><li>
Exceptional creative judgment and a sharp eye for platform-native storytelling</li><li>
Track record of leading fast-paced campaigns and cross-functional initiatives</li></ul>
Responsibilities:
Platform &amp; Content Strategy
<ul><li>Define and execute social strategy across accounts and platforms, with a focus on tactics that drive sustained and scalable audience growth and engagement across the portfolio</li><li>
Oversee always-on content development across brand and vertical accounts, ensuring consistency, quality, and performance of short-form video</li><li>
Identify platform opportunities and emerging trends to evolve Nat Geo&rsquo;s social presence</li></ul>
Account Leadership &amp; Operations
<ul><li>Own day-to-day oversight of the @NatGeo flagship brand account and key vertical handles: Animals, Travel, History, Science and Family</li><li>
Lead high-velocity content production and campaign execution from concept through deployment</li><li>
Develop social strategy and execution for Kids &amp; Family, collaborating across the content organization to support key priorities that drive growth on our @NatGeoFamily accounts</li><li>
Develop content and distribution approaches tailored to younger audiences and family viewing</li><li>
Oversee agency partners who execute daily publishing, community management, and performance tracking</li></ul>
Brand Partnerships &amp; Campaigns
<ul><li>Serve as the primary social lead for Nat Geo&rsquo;s Brand and Franchise team, driving social campaign execution for key brand priorities like Earth Month</li><li>
Translate marketing priorities into compelling, platform-native social activations &bull; Act as the main social media team liaison to social/digital teams at National Geographic Society</li></ul>
Cross-Functional Collaboration
<ul><li>Partner closely with TV, editorial, marketing, creator, and synergy teams to deliver cohesive campaigns</li><li>
Build and manage relationships across a complex set of internal and external stakeholders</li><li>
Align multiple content pipelines into a unified social strategy</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications:<ul><li>
7+ years&rsquo; experience in social media strategy and marketing, preferably managing large-scale brand or media portfolios</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise across major social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Reddit) with a strong understanding of platform ecosystems and trends</li><li>
Proven track record developing and executing data-driven social strategies that drive audience growth, engagement, and brand impact</li><li>
Experience leading always-on content development and high-volume publishing workflows, with a focus on short-form video and platform-native storytelling</li><li>
Experience overseeing social accounts at scale, including flagship brand channels and/or multiple vertical or audience-specific handles</li><li>
Strong campaign leadership experience, translating marketing priorities into integrated, platform-native social activations &middot; Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, partnering with editorial, marketing, creative, and external stakeholders &middot; Experience managing external partners or agencies, including oversight of publishing, community management, and performance reporting</li><li>
Deep understanding of content production workflows, with the ability to optimize and evolve processes for speed, scale, and quality</li><li>
Proficiency with social media management, analytics, and reporting tools, with the ability to translate insights into actionable strategies</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present strategies and performance insights to stakeholders &middot; Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, operate in fast-paced environments, and meet deadlines</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Experience managing large-scale social or marketing budgets</li><li>
On-set or field production experience, with the ability to translate captured content into high-performing, platform-native social storytelling</li><li>
Experience working within global or multi-brand organizations, managing complex stakeholder environments and distributed teams &middot; Familiarity with youth, family, or multi-generational audience strategies, including content tailored for younger and emerging audiences</li><li>
Experience launching or scaling social handles or new content verticals, driving audience growth from early-stage to maturity</li><li>
Strong understanding of the creator economy, including partnerships</li></ul>
Required Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience</li></ul> 

The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $112,700 to $154,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.</div>

Senior Manager, Social Media (National Geographic)

SKDK

<div>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 SKDK is an award-winning strategic communications, public affairs, and advertising agency. With offices in Washington, D.C., New York, Boston, Albany, and Los Angeles, SKDK partners with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, philanthropies, political candidates, and committees to solve complex challenges through integrated communications strategy, storytelling, content creation, crisis management, media placement, and digital innovation. Committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, SKDK delivers transformative results for its clients.
 
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for a TV commercial editor. In this role, you&rsquo;ll make TV commercials for many of our top clients, including some of the biggest Democratic campaigns and advocacy organizations across the country. This position is for the 2026 cycle.
 
 
 The ideal person for this role will be able to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 Responsibilities include:
 
 
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 Edit content across multiple ad lengths, including 15-, 30-, and 60-second TV spots, as well as long-form videos.
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 Work with a range of motion graphic treatments; must be comfortable with light motion graphics work.
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 Produce content across a variety of tones, including ads supporting and opposing candidates and causes.
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 Execute diverse creative treatments, including combining typography, motion graphics, sound effects, and LUTs to create cohesive visual styles.
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 Integrate assets from a wide range of sources, including news footage, internal and external video, and still images (stock or sourced online), with or without heavy graphic treatment.
 
 
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 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with the Creative Director, production team, and senior strategy team to blend strategic and visual goals.
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 Create 15-second, 30-second, 60-second, and long-form videos in a timely fashion (some projects will need to be started and finished in 24 hours).
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 Concept, create, and edit ads that meet all of our client&rsquo;s needs (various needs mentioned above).
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 Create and/or contribute sound design to your work, or the work of other editors.
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 Does not need to identify as a colorist, but has the ability to work with the Creative Director on spots color. Many projects may not have the budget or time for a colorist.
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 Stay up-to-date with the latest video editing techniques, trends in advertising, and advancements in motion graphics and animation.
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 Provide expertise and input during creative meetings, contributing to the development of campaign strategies and creative concepts.
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 Ensure all video content aligns with brand guidelines and campaign objectives.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in video editing, including experience with motion graphics.
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 Experience in the political campaigns and advocacy space is preferred but not required.
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 Expertise in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro) and familiarity with motion graphics tools (Adobe After Effects).
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 Excellent storytelling abilities, with a keen eye for detail and visual aesthetics.
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 Strong attention to detail with a commitment to thorough quality assurance processes, especially under tight deadlines.
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 Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
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 Adaptability to a fast-paced environment, skilled in juggling multiple tasks with tight deadlines.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 SKDK is committed to pay equity. SKDK believes the target base compensation in this role is between $110,000-$120,000 per year. In addition to base salary, SKDK considers other key components as part of total compensation, including but not limited to commission on new business and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, such as skillset, level of experience, and location.
 
 
 SKDK provides a generous benefits package including excellent coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums; paid parental leave; time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time; 401(k) with an employer contribution, reimbursement for cellular service, public transportation benefits, and additional benefits.
 
 
 SKDK believes in the growth and development of all our employees and therefore we offer:
 
 
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 Professional development and career guidance
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 Opportunities for advancement
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 Participation in Employee Resource Groups
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 A collegial and supportive office environment
 
 
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 Equal Opportunities
 
 
 
 SKDK is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category.
</div>

Video Editor

American University

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.</h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.</h2>
Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid. 
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Department:
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>College of Arts &amp; Sciences
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
Job Description:</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Summary:
The College of Arts and Sciences&rsquo; Office of Marketing and Communications is seeking a creative student worker to produce short-form videos to accompany CAS news stories on social media. The student will report to the Assistant Director of Communications to identify compelling stories, capture video footage, conduct brief interviews, and edit engaging content for Instagram, LinkedIn, and other digital channels.
Essential Functions:<ul><li>
Create short-form video content that complements CAS news stories.</li><li>
Film students, faculty, staff, events, classes, and research activities across campus.</li><li>
Conduct informal on-camera interviews.</li><li>
Use software to create and edit raw video into reels and stories for social media and web audiences.</li><li>
Brainstorm creative ways to tell stories visually.</li><li>
Collaborate with writers, photographers, and communications staff.</li></ul>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:<ul><li>
Part-time.</li><li>
5 - 8 hours per week.</li></ul>
Salary Range:<ul><li>
$18.40 per hour.</li></ul>
Required Education and Experience:<ul><li>
Eligible for a Federal Work Study position.</li><li>
Experience creating and editing video content (coursework, internships, personal projects, social media content, or other experience).</li><li>
Strong storytelling instincts and an eye for compelling visual content.</li><li>
Comfortable approaching and interviewing students, faculty, and staff.</li><li>
Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.</li><li>
Interest in social media trends and digital storytelling.</li><li>
Familiarity with video editing software and mobile video production tools such as Capcut, Adobe Premiere or similar.</li></ul>
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:<ul><li>
We are looking for someone who can work 5 - 8 hours a week and has some flexibility during the day to attend events and/or assist with Instagram takeovers. Editing can be done remotely. Once-a-week check-in is required in the Marketing and Communications office.</li><li>
We're looking for a curious, creative self-starter who enjoys meeting new people and finding interesting stories across campus.</li><li>
The ideal candidate is comfortable engaging with students, faculty, and staff from a wide range of backgrounds and can help people feel at ease on camera.</li><li>
This position offers the opportunity to build a professional portfolio while helping tell the stories of the CAS community.</li><li>
Please note that you will use your own personal phone for videos.</li></ul>
Other Details<ul><li>
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.</li><li>
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</li><li>
American University is an E-Verify employer.</li><li>
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.</li></ul> 
Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. 
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu. 
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual&rsquo;s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively &quot;Protected Bases&quot;) in its programs and activities.</div>

Video Storyteller (Student) (FWS)

bread & Butter

<div>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who we are:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 bread &amp; Butter is a full-service communications agency with a fondness for all things food, drink and travel. We are a collaborative group of dreamers and do-ers. We combine intimate local knowledge with an extensive national network to craft clever and multidisciplinary communications campaigns tailored to our clients&rsquo; needs. We only partner with inventive businesses that inspire us and continually challenge us to think big, but act small.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why bread &amp; Butter:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are Southerners at heart, always saying, &ldquo;Please&rdquo; and &ldquo;Thank You,&rdquo; and hustlers by trade. We believe everyone deserves a seat at the table and practice what we preach to ensure the spirit of hospitality runs through everything we do. We're not a company that wastes time&mdash;not yours, not ours. We are not too busy to talk, come by or think of new ways to increase long-term brand awareness. For us, there is little difference between work and pleasure because our work is our pleasure.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re Looking at You!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A Social Media Manager with bread &amp; Butter is a digital whiz kid, go-getter, and many-hat wearer who is ready to roll up your sleeves and get to work.&nbsp; You can&rsquo;t get enough social, whether it&rsquo;s following the top foodie influencers, keeping up with the latest digital trends or trying the latest TikTok trend. You&rsquo;re also obsessed with restaurants, wine, food products, destinations and hotels and most likely have been a waiter, front desk clerk, line cook or oenophile in a past life. You are the account dynamo, helping meet client goals by crafting a social media voice and channeling brand sentiment to build authentic, relevant, interactive conversations and relationships. A proverbial eager beaver, you meet or beat deadlines, stay ahead of trends and always look for a new way to skin a cat.&nbsp; You like to go big &ndash; because going home isn&rsquo;t an option.
 
 
 You&rsquo;re a problem solver, creative thinker and value the relationships you&rsquo;ve built with influencers and trendsetters.
 
 
 A Social Media Manager for bread &amp; Butter should be thoughtful, creative, a strong writer, possess an almost obsessive attention to detail and is the first to get in the mix when helping means the chance to learn more.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Available Opportunity:&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A Social Media Manager for bread &amp; Butter is responsible for managing the online platforms of clients and influencer programming on a daily basis. The Social Media Manager will serve as a representative of the company and works in tandem with the PR, Creative, and Digital Marketing Teams.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Here&rsquo;s What We Need:&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 3-5 years of full-time, post-undergraduate relevant experience in social media management and influencer marketing, preferably with agency vs. in-house&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
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 BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience
 
 
 
 
 
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 Appreciates the art of telling the client story through influencer partnerships and key messaging
 
 
 
 
 
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 A passion for building and cultivating relationships with influencers in the digital space, ranging from Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube and blog content creators
 
 
 
 
 
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 Extensive knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, YouTube and other relevant social media networks.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Experience with launching social campaigns for hotels, restaurants, food personalities and/or CPG food and beverage brands.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
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 Background in creative development, social media analytics tools, and campaign analysis.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing and handling multiple projects.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ability to peer and self-edit writing quickly, turning around social media posts in real time.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ability to identify strategic and creative social media collaborations, takeovers and promotions for brands and lead through steps to execute.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Help develop and strategize creative influencer partnerships and alliances that keep clients ahead of the curve.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ability to exercise sound judgement, responding to consumers and guests within a brand&rsquo;s voice during daily community management practices.
 
 
 
 
 
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 Media junkie - there&rsquo;s no such thing as reading/watching too much. Bonus points for pop culture acumen.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
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 Love of a fast-paced environment and the satisfaction of a busy yet productive day.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
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 Flexibility and a desire for endless possibilities. b&amp;B is a dynamic, ever-evolving company that thinks beyond black and white.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
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 Excitement for growth, new ideas, new ways of doing things and a place you&rsquo;re excited to call home. Say yes!
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Working Conditions
 
 
 
 
 
 
 On the whole, this is a hybrid, office-based role. A Social Media Manager will spend time in meetings and briefings. Occasional travel might be required for client visits and planning.&nbsp;This position is considered sedentary to light work, and employees are not required to lift or move heavy objects.&nbsp;Although a Social Media Manager's commitment will tend to be standard office hours, deadlines or the demands of a client may see the Manager working nights or weekends to ensure continued success. Must be authorized to work in the US.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Having Our Cake &amp; Eating it too:&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
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 Generous paid time off
 
 
 
 
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 Paid sick/personal time
 
 
 
 
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 Birthday off (because who wants to work on their special day!)
 
 
 
 
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 Endless summer Fridays (half-days year 'round baby)
 
 
 
 
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 Flexible, hybrid schedule
 
 
 
 
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 Work from any b&amp;B office when you're in town
 
 
 
 
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 Medical and dental + dependents
 
 
 
 
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 Extended benefits (vision, life, disability, EAP)
 
 
 
 
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 Generous maternity and family planning leave&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
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 3% contribution to 401k regardless of participation&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
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 Cell phone reimbursement
 
 
 
 
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 New business bonuses
 
 
 
 
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 Employee referral bonus
 
 
 
 
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 Weekly Wine Wednesdays (cheers with your local team!)
 
 
 
 
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 Robust training program&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
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 Mentorship program
 
 
 
 
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 Local love (yearly giveback initiative)
 
 
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Compensation:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The annual salary range for this role is $65,000 to $75,000.&nbsp;
 
</div>

Social Media Manager (DC)

E Logic

<div>E-Logic is seeking a creative and experienced Video Producer to support digital media initiatives for the U.S. Department of State. The ideal candidate will manage video productions from concept through final delivery, producing engaging content for digital platforms and social media while collaborating with Government stakeholders and production teams.
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Key Responsibilities</h2>
<ul><li>Plan, produce, shoot, and edit professional video content.</li>
<li>Develop creative concepts and scripts for digital media campaigns.</li>
<li>Edit video content using Adobe Creative Cloud applications.</li>
<li>Produce motion graphics using Adobe After Effects.</li>
<li>Coordinate with Government stakeholders, translators, editors, and vendors.</li>
<li>Ensure projects meet production schedules and quality standards.</li>
<li>Maintain media assets following established media asset management (MAM) procedures.</li>
<li>Travel and work evenings or weekends as required.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Required Qualifications</h2>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Multimedia Arts, or a related field.</li>
<li>Minimum 7 years of professional experience producing, shooting, and editing digital video content.</li>
<li>Advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and other Adobe Creative Cloud applications.</li>
<li>Experience producing content for digital platforms and social media.</li>
<li>Ability to independently manage productions from planning through delivery.</li>
<li>Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and operate professional video production equipment.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Preferred Qualifications</h2>
<ul><li>Experience supporting federal agencies or public affairs organizations.</li>
<li>Experience producing executive or government communications.</li>
<li>Experience with social media analytics and performance metrics.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Work Location</h2>

Washington, DC (Department of State Headquarters and Annex 5). This is primarily an on-site production role. Domestic and international travel, evening, weekend, and extended hours may be required based on production schedules.
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Security Requirements</h2>
<ul><li>Ability to obtain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT).</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Equal Opportunity Employer</h3>

E-Logic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.</div>

Video Producer

Casual Fridays

<div>Now Accepting Applications for Our Fall 2026 Student Creator Program!
Casual Fridays is currently accepting applications for our Student Creator Program, a flexible opportunity designed for current college students who are passionate about content creation, social media, and hospitality.
We are seeking Student Creators in the following markets:<ul><li>
Boston, Massachusetts</li><li>
Key West, Florida</li><li>
Sarasota / West Palm Beach / Fort Lauderdale, Florida</li><li>
Atlanta, Georgia</li><li>
New York, New York</li><li>
Washington, D.C. / Maryland / Northern Virginia (DMV Area)</li></ul>
To help us manage the application process, please do not call our office regarding this position. If your qualifications match what we're looking for, a member of our team will reach out.
About Us:
Casual Fridays is a hospitality-focused marketing agency specializing in social media, content creation, paid social, and digital marketing for hotels, resorts, and travel brands across the United States.
Our Student Creator Program offers current college students the opportunity to gain real-world experience creating content for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and travel destinations while building a professional portfolio.
This is not an internship or employee position. Student Creators participate as independent 1099 contractors, accepting projects that fit their schedules while gaining valuable experience working alongside our Account and Creative teams.
Whether you're studying marketing, communications, hospitality, photography, videography, journalism, digital media, or simply love creating content, we'd love to hear from you.
Program Summary:
As a Student Creator, you'll capture iPhone photography and video content for hotels, resorts, restaurants, attractions, and travel brands throughout your local market. You'll work on a project-by-project basis while maintaining the flexibility to prioritize your school schedule.
This opportunity is ideal for students who enjoy creating engaging social media content and want hands-on experience working with real clients.
How the Student Creator Program Works
As an Independent Contractor, you will:<ul><li>
Accept assignments as your schedule allows.</li><li>
Use your own photography and video equipment.</li><li>
Control your own work schedule.</li><li>
Decline projects if you're unavailable.</li><li>
Be paid per completed shoot or project.</li><li>
Work independently while collaborating remotely with the Casual Fridays team.</li><li>
Build your professional portfolio through real client work.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
Key Responsibilities:
Content Creation<ul><li>
Capture high-quality iPhone photography and videography for hotel, resort, and hospitality clients.</li><li>
Create engaging short-form video content suitable for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook, and other social platforms.</li><li>
Follow shot lists, creative briefs, and content requests provided by the Casual Fridays team.</li><li>
Capture content that reflects each client's brand standards and marketing goals.</li></ul>
On-Site Content Visits<ul><li>
Visit assigned hotels, resorts, restaurants, attractions, and local experiences within your market.</li><li>
Coordinate with property staff, client contacts, and Casual Fridays team members during content visits.</li><li>
Represent Casual Fridays professionally while on-site.</li><li>
Identify opportunities to capture authentic guest experiences and engaging storytelling moments.</li><li>
Attend and capture content at local events, festivals, activations, and community happenings when requested.</li><li>
Work alongside Casual Fridays employees during client visits, content shoots, and special projects.</li><li>
Support content collection efforts that showcase both the destination and the client experience.</li></ul>
Content Editing &amp; Delivery<ul><li>
Edit photography and video content as needed.</li><li>
Create completed short-form videos for social media use as needed.</li><li>
Organize and upload content according to project requirements.</li><li>
Deliver assets to the Casual Fridays team in a timely manner.</li></ul>
Collaboration<ul><li>
Attend occasional virtual meetings with the Casual Fridays team.</li><li>
Communicate proactively regarding project status, scheduling, and content needs.</li><li>
Collaborate with Account Managers, Account Coordinators, and Creative Team members to ensure content aligns with client goals.</li></ul>
Qualifications<ul><li>
A passion for photography, videography, and social media.</li><li>
Strong iPhone photography and videography skills.</li><li>
Experience creating content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or YouTube.</li><li>
Strong communication and organizational skills.</li><li>
The ability to work independently and manage deadlines.</li><li>
Reliable transportation within their local market.</li><li>
Availability for occasional weekday, evening, or weekend content visits. 
</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Hospitality, hotel, tourism, restaurant, or travel industry experience.</li><li>
Experience creating content for brands or businesses.</li><li>
Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube content trends.</li><li>
Portfolio showcasing photography, videography, and short-form content creation.</li></ul>
Compensation<ul><li>
Independent 1099 Contractor</li><li>
Part-time, project-based work</li><li>
Paid per shoot or project</li><li>
Flexible scheduling around your classes</li><li>
Opportunity for ongoing assignments throughout the school year</li><li>
Pre-approved project-related expenses may be reimbursed when applicable</li></ul>
To help us manage the application process, please do not call our office regarding this position. If your qualifications match what we're looking for, a member of our team will reach out.
Why Join the Student Creator Program?
This is an opportunity to:<ul><li>
Build your professional portfolio while still in school.</li><li>
Gain real-world experience working with hospitality brands.</li><li>
Create content for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and travel destinations.</li><li>
Work around your class schedule.</li><li>
Grow your photography, videography, and social media marketing experience.</li><li>
Build relationships with an experienced marketing agency and industry professionals.</li></ul></div>

Student Creator Program - Field Content Creator (1099 Contractor)

<div>
 Now Accepting Applications for Our Fall 2026 Student Creator Program!
 
 
 Casual Fridays is currently accepting applications for our
 
 Student Creator Program
 
 , a flexible opportunity designed for current college students who are passionate about content creation, social media, and hospitality.
 
 
 We are seeking Student Creators in the following markets:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Boston, Massachusetts
 </li>
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 Key West, Florida
 </li>
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 Sarasota / West Palm Beach / Fort Lauderdale, Florida
 </li>
 <li>
 Atlanta, Georgia
 </li>
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 New York, New York
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 Washington, D.C. / Maryland / Northern Virginia (DMV Area)
 
 
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 To help us manage the application process, please do not call our office regarding this position.
 
 If your qualifications match what we're looking for, a member of our team will reach out.
 
 
 About Us:
 
 
 Casual Fridays is a hospitality-focused marketing agency specializing in social media, content creation, paid social, and digital marketing for hotels, resorts, and travel brands across the United States.
 
 
 Our Student Creator Program offers current college students the opportunity to gain real-world experience creating content for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and travel destinations while building a professional portfolio.
 
 
 This is not an internship or employee position. Student Creators participate as independent 1099 contractors, accepting projects that fit their schedules while gaining valuable experience working alongside our Account and Creative teams.
 
 
 Whether you're studying marketing, communications, hospitality, photography, videography, journalism, digital media, or simply love creating content, we'd love to hear from you.
 
 
 Program Summary:
 
 
 As a Student Creator, you'll capture iPhone photography and video content for hotels, resorts, restaurants, attractions, and travel brands throughout your local market. You'll work on a project-by-project basis while maintaining the flexibility to prioritize your school schedule.
 
 
 This opportunity is ideal for students who enjoy creating engaging social media content and want hands-on experience working with real clients.
 
 
 
 How The Student Creator Program Works
 
 
 
 As an Independent Contractor, you will:
 
 
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 Accept assignments as your schedule allows
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 Use your own photography and video equipment
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 Control your own work schedule
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 Decline projects if you're unavailable
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 Be paid per completed shoot or project
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 Work independently while collaborating remotely with the Casual Fridays team
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 Build your professional portfolio through real client work
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 Content Creation
 
 
 
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 Capture high-quality iPhone photography and videography for hotel, resort, and hospitality clients
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 Create engaging short-form video content suitable for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook, and other social platforms
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 Follow shot lists, creative briefs, and content requests provided by the Casual Fridays team
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 Capture content that reflects each client's brand standards and marketing goals
 
 
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 On-Site Content Visits
 
 
 
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 Visit assigned hotels, resorts, restaurants, attractions, and local experiences within your market
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 Coordinate with property staff, client contacts, and Casual Fridays team members during content visits
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 Represent Casual Fridays professionally while on-site
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 Identify opportunities to capture authentic guest experiences and engaging storytelling moments
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 Attend and capture content at local events, festivals, activations, and community happenings when requested
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 Work alongside Casual Fridays employees during client visits, content shoots, and special projects
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 Support content collection efforts that showcase both the destination and the client experience
 
 
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 Content Editing &amp; Delivery
 
 
 
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 Edit photography and video content as needed
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 Create completed short-form videos for social media use as needed
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 Organize and upload content according to project requirements
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 Deliver assets to the Casual Fridays team in a timely manner
 
 
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 Collaboration
 
 
 
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 Attend occasional virtual meetings with the Casual Fridays team
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 Communicate proactively regarding project status, scheduling, and content needs
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 Collaborate with Account Managers, Account Coordinators, and Creative Team members to ensure content aligns with client goals
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 A passion for photography, videography, and social media
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 Strong iPhone photography and videography skills
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 Experience creating content for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or YouTube
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 Strong communication and organizational skills
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 The ability to work independently and manage deadlines
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 Reliable transportation within their local market
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 Availability for occasional weekday, evening, or weekend content visits
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Hospitality, hotel, tourism, restaurant, or travel industry experience
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 Experience creating content for brands or businesses
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 Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube content trends
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 Portfolio showcasing photography, videography, and short-form content creation
 
 
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 Compensation
 
 
 
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 Independent 1099 Contractor
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 Part-time, project-based work
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 Paid per shoot or project
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 Flexible scheduling around your classes
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 Opportunity for ongoing assignments throughout the school year
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 Pre-approved project-related expenses may be reimbursed when applicable
 
 
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 To help us manage the application process, please do not call our office regarding this position.
 
 If your qualifications match what we're looking for, a member of our team will reach out.
 
 
 
 Why Join the Student Creator Program?
 
 
 
 This is an opportunity to:
 
 
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 Build your professional portfolio while still in school
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 Gain real-world experience working with hospitality brands
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 Create content for hotels, resorts, restaurants, and travel destinations
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 Work around your class schedule
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 Grow your photography, videography, and social media marketing experience
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 Build relationships with an experienced marketing agency and industry professionals
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