Digital Content Specialist

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$50K/yr – $65K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 2 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own end-to-end social video content creation for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and other platforms, guiding concepts from briefs through delivery while collaborating with producers to plan monthly content calendars.

  • Create engaging short-form videos and graphics aligned with client brands
  • Edit and polish raw footage into platform-ready videos while incorporating trends
  • Support brainstorming, script development, shot lists, and content calendars

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create engaging short-form video content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
  • Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos that align with each client's brand identity.
  • Incorporate trending audio, transitions, captions, graphics, and creative storytelling techniques.
  • Develop content that captures attention, encourages engagement, and resonates with target audiences.
  • Create visually appealing graphics, promotional posts, carousels, and other social media assets.
  • Adapt editing styles and creative approaches to suit different brands and industries.
  • Ensure all content meets Spark Media's creative and quality standards.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh, creative content ideas.
  • Research social media trends, viral content formats, and emerging creative techniques.
  • Develop content concepts, video scripts, storyboards, and shot lists.

Requirements

  • 1–3+ years of experience in social media content creation, video editing, graphic design, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency in short-form video editing for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and other social media platforms.
  • Experience using editing software such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, or similar tools.
  • Experience using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or other graphic design tools.
  • Strong understanding of social media trends, viral content formats, and platform best practices.
  • Good visual storytelling skills and a strong creative eye.
  • Ability to work with different brand identities and adapt content styles accordingly.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and willingness to accept constructive feedback.

Preferred

  • - Previous experience working at a digital marketing or creative agency.
  • - Experience creating content for restaurants, hospitality, lifestyle, or consumer brands.
  • - Familiarity with social media scheduling tools such as Sprout Social.
  • - Experience developing shot lists, storyboards, and video concepts.
  • - Basic photography or videography skills.
  • - Understanding of social media analytics and content performance.
  • - Experience managing multiple social media accounts.
  • - Familiarity with AI-powered creative tools and emerging content production technologies.
  • - Are naturally creative: You enjoy brainstorming new ideas and finding unique ways to tell stories through content.
  • - Understand social media: You know what makes someone stop scrolling and what types of content encourage engagement.
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Spark Media NYC

Spark Media | Content. Strategy. Results.Founded in New York. At Spark Media, we help brands go beyond “just posting” to creating marketing that actually moves the needle. Our team blends creative production with data-driven strategy to deliver campaigns that connect, convert, and leave a lasting impact.Our main service stacks includes but is not limited to:Content Shoot & Production – High-quality photo & video tailored to your brand voice.Influencer Collaboration – Strategic partnerships with creators who speak to your audience.Marketing Strategy – Insight-driven planning for measurable growth.Paid Ads & SEO – Targeted campaigns and search optimization for maximum visibility.Public Relations – Storytelling that gets people talking and builds brand authority.From concept to conversion, Spark Media is your partner in building a bold digital presence that gets results.

Founded in 2024
New York, New York, USA
7 employees (5 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$50K/yr – $65K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

The middle of this range ($58K) is 21% below the median base salary for Content Marketing Specialist roles in the United States ($73K).

Content Marketing Specialist median pay in the United States

$73K/yr

Most pay falls between $65K and $80K. Based on 95 salaries.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
5 (71% of company)
Median Career Experience
7 years
Median Tenure
1.6 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
3

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
81.8%
Direct
5.8%
Referral
5.2%
Social
5.8%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~7
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Digital Content Specialist

Spark Media NYC · New York City, NY · Hybrid