Social Media Manager and Photographer

A New York City Council member, representing District 45, is seeking a part-time Social Media Manager and Photographer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the primary liaison to capture photos, edit, and produce high-quality photos and videos for social media platforms (IG, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok) to showcase policy agenda, community priorities and events.
• Support in planning, coordination and execution of high-profile community events, rallies, town halls, and public forums that elevate the Council Member's visibility and leadership.
• Support communications team to develop and implement social media strategies while creating high-quality visual content for the office.
• Manage and engage with followers, monitor comments and messages, and manage constituent inquiries to build community trust and enhance opportunities to communicate with the office.
• Analyze social media metrics (engagement, reach, traffic) to evaluate campaign performance and produce data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Track and report on community concerns, trends, identifying patterns and emerging issues that require legislative or community-based solutions that can be translated to social media content. Develop targeted engagement strategies for diverse communities, including immigrant populations, older adults, youth, and families.
• Stay up-to-date with current digital trends, algorithm changes, and social media tools to keep the brand competitive.
• Organize, catalog, and archive digital photographs and video assets efficiently.
• Create and implement a comprehensive plan to identify and expand the office's reach throughout the district with social media content.
• Analyze demographic data and community trends to inform outreach strategies and events to support diverse demographics.
• Represent the Council Member at community board meetings, civic association gatherings, and public hearings.
• Attend evening and weekend community events to maintain consistent office presence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and proactively identify opportunities for engagement.
• Demonstrate experience building relationships at the community level and mobilizing residents around shared concerns.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and willingness to develop new approaches to communications matters.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and demonstrate sensitivity to cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic differences.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Natural relationship-builder with empathy, active listening skills, and collaborative approach.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer), video production, editing and photography, and photo editing skills (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Lightroom, Capcut).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health & fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer: EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward their resume and a cover letter to:

E-MAIL: counciljobs@council.nyc.gov

MAIL: New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (SM&P45)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX: 12124014711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person