Part-Time Digital Content Creator
Darien Library
seeks a creative, mission-driven, and highly organized individual to
serve as a Part-Time Digital Content Creator. Working under the
supervision of the Head of User Experience & Marketing, the ideal
candidate will support and execute the Library’s communications
priorities by producing and managing content across digital and print
platforms. The successful candidate has a passion for creating engaging
digital content, a collaborative spirit, and a growth-mindset with a
willingness to test, learn, and evolve content to meet strategic goals.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Support the Head of Marketing and UX to implement the Library’s communications strategy.
- Write and edit content with appropriate tone, organizational style, grammar, and punctuation following the Darien Library Style Guide.
- Social Media Management
- Design and publish dynamic, engaging content tailored to each platform’s strengths and unique capabilities.
- Daily creation of engaging, timely, and valuable content for online audiences, informed by local and national trends in both librarianship and media.
- Track key performance metrics and audience engagement and adjust strategy as necessary.
- Maintain knowledge of social media platforms' capabilities and differing audience preferences.
- Write press releases, e-newsletters, and other publicity materials.
- Collaborate on projects within the department and with other internal and external groups.
- Cultivate relationships with local media outlets.
- Coordinate with staff for contributions to Library newsletters and e-content.
- Produce original content for newsletters.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills
- At least five years prior experience working in marketing or editing.
- Strong aptitude in written communication that demonstrates a discerning eye for factual accuracy, grammatical accuracy, and brand alignment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to Darien Library’s motto of “Kindness First” when working with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize tasks as directed by the Head of UX and Marketing.
- Experience in project management systems.
- Proven ability to track and meet deadlines and adapt to changes in workflow within a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with graphic design and proficiency in design tools such as Canva and Adobe Suite are required.
- Proficiency with new and emerging technologies, as well as Microsoft Office, and Windows and Mac operating systems.
- Demonstrate an eye for design, including the sourcing and proper usage of digital content and images as necessary.
- Bilingual candidates, or those with functional knowledge of another language, are highly desirable.
Schedule
This
is a part-time position with no benefits. The candidate will work
on-site at the Library Monday through Friday at least 20 hours per week,
not to exceed 29 hours per week.
Salary
$30—$35 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Contact Information
Apply with a cover letter and copy of your resume by Friday, May 2nd to Bree Marsden, HR Manager, at jobs@darienlibrary.org. Please make your subject line Digital Content Creator.
