Social Content Specialist (Part-time Contract)

Interested in working on cutting-edge blockchain technology and creating equitable access to the global financial system? Since 2014, the mission-driven team at the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has helped fuel the tremendous growth of the Stellar blockchain network, an open-source platform that operates at high scale today. Developers and companies around the world build on it, and the SDF team is expanding to support the rapidly growing and changing Stellar ecosystem. Are you ‘chronically online’, obsessed with trends, love a good meme, and can communicate creatively through different forms of media? Then this role might just be the one for you.   We're looking for a Social Content Specialist on a part-time, contract basis to weave their magic across the SDF's social media platforms. This role will be for approximately 25 hours per week through the end of 2024 . In this role, we're seeking a seasoned communicator who will elevate our brand both externally and internally. The candidate will work closely with our Senior Social Media Manager and different stakeholders to craft compelling content that resonates within our organization.  This mid-level maestro will play a pivotal role as the co-creative brain behind Twitter and LinkedIn, with the exciting addition of soon-to-be conquered platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The ideal candidate seamlessly blends executive messaging with social media finesse, enhancing our brand from an internal perspective outward. If you're ready to bring your creative prowess to the forefront of our digital presence, we invite you to join our team. In this role, you will:  Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand and amplify the key messages of the Stellar Developer Foundation. Create and curate engaging content that enhances our brand image both internally and externally. Seamlessly blend executive messaging with social media finesse to ensure a cohesive online presence. Support SDF executives to increase their personal brand on social media Absorbs and incorporates the latest memes, trends, and hashtags into our content strategy. Develop and execute content plans that align with our brand identity and resonate with our target audience. Work closely with the team to increase executive presence through impactful copy. Generate attention-grabbing videos per week across various platforms. You Have: Social Media Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in social media marketing, specifically in roles emphasizing content creation and community engagement. A track record of crafting compelling narratives across various platforms. TikTok and Instagram Obsessed: Proven track record of creating and executing successful content campaigns on TikTok and Instagram. Demonstrated ability to understand the nuances of these platforms, creating engaging and shareable content that resonates with diverse audiences. Executive Presence Amplifier: Proven experience in supporting and enhancing the executive presence of organizational leaders across various social media platforms. A track record of crafting content that elevates the visibility and credibility of executives. Blockchain Developer Audience Insight: Proven experience in understanding and connecting with the blockchain developer community through targeted social media campaigns. Familiarity with the unique dynamics and preferences of this audience. Collaborative Campaigner: Success in cross-functional collaboration, particularly in coordinating social media efforts with various teams. Demonstrated ability to create integrated campaigns that amplify messaging effectively. We offer competitive pay with a base range for this position of $45 - $60 per hour for 25 hours of work per week depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This is a 1099 contract paid monthly and the benefits below do not apply to contract positions.  USA Benefits/Perks: Competitive health, dental & vision coverage Flexible time off + 15 company holidays including a company-wide holiday break Paid parental leave Life & ADD Short & Long term disability FSA & Dependent Care Accounts 401K (4% match) Employee Assistance Program Monthly gym allowance Daily lunch and snacks in-office L&D budget of $1,500/year Company retreats   About Stellar   Stellar is more than a blockchain. Powered by a decentralized, fast, scalable, and uniquely sustainable network made for financial products and services and a thriving and passionate ecosystem that includes a non-profit organization driven by a mission, Stellar is paving the path to unlock the world’s economic potential through blockchain technology. Built with speed and low costs in mind, the Stellar network provides builders and financial institutions worldwide a platform to issue assets, and to send and convert currencies in real time creating real world utility. Founded in 2014, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) supports the continued development and growth of the Stellar network and also serves the ecosystem of NGOs, corporations, universities, small businesses, governments, and solo entrepreneurs building on the Stellar network through tooling, funding and strategic collaborations. Together, Stellar is where blockchain meets the real world.   About the Stellar Development Foundation   The Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) is a non-profit organization focused on working with and supporting changemakers to create equitable access to the global financial system through blockchain technology. SDF provides grants, investments, funding, and other awards to builders and organizations. SDF also develops resources and tooling on the Stellar network to help unlock real world utility. As a nonprofit foundation, SDF puts the health of the Stellar network and the Stellar ecosystem and its mission above all else.   We look forward to hearing from you!   Privacy Policy   By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy .   SDF is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. SDF does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal law.