George Washington's Mount Vernon · 1 month ago
Social Media and Video Manager
Mount Vernon, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $55K/yr
3+ years expGeorge Washington's Mount Vernon is seeking a Social Media and Video Manager to oversee their social media channels. The role involves managing content creation, engaging with the audience, and promoting estate visitation through various platforms while analyzing the effectiveness of social media strategies.
EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Manage Mount Vernon’s social media calendar with an eye toward promoting estate visitation
Write, edit, and schedule organic social media posts and stories on deadline
Select and edit high-resolution images for social content
Develop reels for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other channels
Size videos to vertical, square, and horizontal formats for digital ad campaigns
Find and contract with social media influencers to produce content for and about Mount Vernon. Coordinate social media influencer visits (i.e., arrange for tickets, tours, and other experiences). Provide content guidelines, and review and approve content prior to publication. Manage budget and payment for social media influencers
Monitor and respond to social media comments
Record video at Mount Vernon events (approximately 20 events per year), including on weekends and after hours. Also provide video for PR opportunities, such as visits by authors, historians, actors, and other prominent figures
Guide other departments in the effective management of their social media channels. This may include training, reviewing posts, and publishing posts
Analyze the effectiveness of social media content and videos
Coordinate film shoots and video edits with freelance videographers. Assist with writing video scripts, communicate shot details with actors and models, and provide on-site assistance with lighting, mics, props, and other needs
Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in social media and video
Troubleshoot Mount Vernon’s livestreaming software, StreamYard. Ensure that social media channels are connected and working prior to livestream events
Assist with supervising and training interns
Train Mount Vernon staff on the use of our social media management tool and our filming equipment
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3 years experience managing social media channels
BA degree in communications, film, design, journalism, marketing, English, or a relevant field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in producing, editing, and promoting video on the web
Ability to capture high-quality video using a DSLR camera is required
Knowledge of video production workflow and video editing
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro
Understanding of social media and video analytics
Ability to manage a complex schedule and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Enthusiastic attitude. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
Ability to manage multiple projects and produce work under deadline
Outstanding attention to detail
Ability to work effectively with little direct supervision
Interest in American History
Benefits
403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
Employee recognition at 5 years of service
Monthly employee events
Employee referral program
On-site Library
Discount on Public Event Tickets
Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
Free Parking
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid leave for Sick Time, Vacation and Holidays
Flexible spending account for medical care
Company
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Since 1860, more than 85 million visitors have made George Washington’s Mount Vernon the most popular historic home in America.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mary Jongema
Senior Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
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