City of Roanoke is hiring : Libraries Content Creator in Roanoke

Salary : $15.82 - $25.30 Hourly

Location : Roanoke, VA

Job Type : Temporary

Job Number : 03085

Department : Libraries

Division : Libraries

Opening Date : 09 / 23 / 2025

Closing Date : 10 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Description

The Roanoke Public Libraries are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Content Creator with experience in video and image editing. This role is essential in strengthening RPL's brand identity through high-quality content creation and effective communication strategies. The Content Creator will promote the library's mission, services, programs, and collections via media-related platforms to encourage engagement and enhance use of the library. Candidate must have own transportation and be able to travel to all library locations / events as needed. This temporary position will require a flexible schedule.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity / AA / M / F / Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Familiar with the following platforms : Facebook and Instagram.

Incorporates national library campaigns (i.e. National Library Week) into library initiatives and content.

Develops content related to the library's short-term and long-term goals.

Must be able to adhere to the integrity of the library's brand and understand the library's message.

Take initiative to learn and understand what is appropriate for our audience and be versed on social media trends and platforms.

Photograph library events, activities, services, staff, and more for website, social media graphics, and printed material

Maintain a portfolio of completed work and continuously update it with new projects.

Utilize Canva to create flyers and social media graphics.

Ensure all content meets the highest standards of quality and accuracy.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong knowledge of content publishing for social media platforms.

Exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of content creation and editing.

Ability to work effectively within a team.

Willingness and ability to travel to various locations for meetings, trainings, and events as needed.

Strong creative vision and the ability to translate ideas into compelling visual content.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent photo and video skills.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Two or more years of related experience and / or training in social media, editorial work, or marketing. ?Must have demonstrated experience in audio / video production methods.

Supplemental Information

LANGUAGE SKILLS?

Strong command of the English language, both written and spoken. Bi-lingual candidates are eligible for a Bilingual Employee Pay Incentive. Proficient in editing content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and overall clarity. Ability to effectively communicate ideas and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

REASONING ABILITY?

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Capable of analyzing content needs and determining the best approach to meet those needs creatively. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in evaluating and improving content strategies to enhance engagement and reach.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.?While standard office hours are expected, the Content Creator may be required to work evening and / or weekend hours to photograph programs and events.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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