AY Flaten Art Museum Social Media Content Creator III

Job Title: Social Media Content Creator
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
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Department Name: Flaten Art Museum    
Unit Number (5 digits): 11784
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  
Contact Person/Supervisor: Jane Becker Nelson
Pay Rate (Check One)     Standard Hourly Rate   X  Supervisory/Special Skills Hourly Rate

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 
Works closely with Flaten Art Museum (FAM) Director and Collections Manager to create engaging content for the museum's social media presence, including keeping social media channels updated and seeking out new social media avenues and ways of connecting with audiences. 
Transferable Skills: 
●    Visual and written communication skills 
●    Content creation
●    Project management 
●    Teamwork
●    Attention to detail
Duties and Responsibilities: 
●    Creates dynamic written, photographic, graphic, and video content that supports FAM’s mission and vision 
●    Maintains a voice that is knowledgeable, friendly, and open with content that is educational and informative
●    Attends FAM openings and special events to gather content 
●    Responds to comments and questions on the platform in a timely manner, and engages across other social media channels as relevant
●    Analyzes and reports audience information and demographics, and success of existing social media projects
●    Proposes new ideas and concepts for social media content
●    Uses timelines and scheduled content to create a consistent stream of new content
●    Regularly interfaces with Museum Director and Collections Manager, as well as other FAM student employees to stay abreast of news-worth activity

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 
●    Detail oriented, self-motivated, initiates tasks without being asked
●    Curious and eager to learn about new topics related to collections and exhibitions
●    Demonstrated proficiency with image editing, photo editing, and basic video skills 
●    Strong written communication skills 
●    Fluency with social media 
●    Graphic design skills desired

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.