Responsibilities

• Create content for Venture Richmond's social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Reels, and Stories.
• Capture original photo and video content featuring downtown Richmond businesses, restaurants, attractions, events, public spaces, and neighborhoods.
• Coordinate social media giveaways, contests, and audience engagement campaigns.
• Write social media captions, promotional copy, and other marketing content.
• Design social media graphics, event promotions, website assets, and marketing materials using Canva.
• Assist with promotion and on-site support for Venture Richmond events, including the 2nd Street Festival (October 3-4) and Richmond Folk Festival (October 9-11).
• Update event listings, community calendars, and website content.
• Research, write, and assist with blog and feature story development.
• Interview downtown business owners, community partners, and stakeholders for stories and content opportunities.
• Organize and maintain Venture Richmond's photo and video library.
• Collaborate with local businesses, nonprofits, and community partners to promote downtown Richmond.

Requirements

• Extensive experience with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
• Experience with Canva, photography, and videography.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Downtown Richmond is REQUIRED.

Preferred

• Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising, Tourism, Hospitality, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

• Published work for your professional portfolio.
• Hands-on experience in social media marketing, content creation, and event promotion.
• Opportunities to cover major Richmond events.
• Direct experience working with Richmond businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations.