Social Media Assistant

Company Description

Damascus exists to form life-long missionaries who lead the Church and influence the world through world-class programs and an environment of encounter. Damascus is a community of 160 young adult missionaries who serve 25,000 people annually and who work on a $22 million headquarters.

Position Responsibilities

Content Production

Content Calendar / Promotion

Inventory and Archive Management

Collaboration and Coordination

Missionary Lead: Photo & Social

Role Description

The goal of Damascus Marketing is to capture and reveal the heart of the gospel at Damascus. The Social Media Assistant is responsible for creating and curating social media content, managing social media marketing campaigns, and engaging with online communities across Damascus' 240,000 platform size.

The Social Media Assistant is responsible for a range of critical tasks, primarily centered around producing content, where they create and refine engaging content that aligns with both audience interests and organizational goals. They manage the content calendar, strategically scheduling and promoting content to maximize its reach and impact. Additionally, the role involves content inventory and asset management, ensuring an organized and accessible repository of content assets for efficient use. Collaboration and cross-functional coordination are also key, as the Social Media Assistant works alongside various departments to ensure content aligns with the company’s broader strategies. Lastly, they will educate missionaries on effective photo and social media strategies, essential for dynamic digital communication.

Qualifications

3+ years of relevant experience

Undergraduate degree preferred

Strong competency with the Adobe Suite and at least one of the following: Photography, videography, graphic design, video / photo editing

Experience in social media content creation and management

Knowledge of social media marketing strategies and best practices

Familiarity with multiple social media platforms

Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with others

Passion for the mission and Catholic values

Compensation

For this role, we anticipate paying $30,000 - $50,000/year. This range is an estimate. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the provided range and will be adjusted based on various factors including qualifications, experience, abilities, geographic location, and duties.

Mission Support Raising (MSR) is one way in which Damascus invites others to be on mission with us through the gift of their financial support. In this position, the Marketing department personnel will be expected to fundraise a minimum of $1,500 per month to support their work with Damascus. Each Damascus employee receives 100% of the funds raised. To thrive in serving the mission, the candidate will receive world-class training in this area and ample time to engage in their fundraising efforts.

Benefits

As a Damascus staff member, you and your family will have access to several benefits that are designed to help care for the whole person and make your career at Damascus rewarding. You will receive:

Free access to Damascus' $100,000 inventory of photo, video, computer gear

Heathcare

Ability to contribute to a Health Savings Account

Simple IRA retirement plan with a discretionary 3% employer-match

Tuition pay for one approved class per semester through Franciscan University or another approved partner program or university

120 hours of paid time off

24 hours of retreat time off

Paid parental leave

We observe many paid holidays recognized by fellow Americans and various Catholic feast days

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold (full-time, part-time or temporary), and your tenure with Damascus. Specific benefits may change at Damascus's discretion.