FamilySearch Social Media Content Creator – Paid Internship

Job Category: AO – Administration/OperationsJob Description: Ready to tell stories that matter? Join our fun, tight-knit team creating social media content that connects millions of people to their family history and heritage. We’re looking for a creative storyteller who can find the heart in every story and turn it into scroll-stopping content.POSITION DETAILS Compensation: $17-$20/hour depending on experienceDuration: 3-month internship with possibility of extensionCommitment: 12 hours per week with flexible schedulingLocation: Utah preferred; hybrid (in-person/remote) work environmentEquipment: Your phone (we provide microphones!)Responsibilities: Story Discovery & Creation (Primary Focus): Spend 12 hours per week discovering authentic stories at the FamilySearch Library, local FamilySearch Centers, institutes, and through your personal networkConduct interviews that make people comfortable to share their most meaningful family stories and connectionsCreate 3-5 pieces of content per week tailored to different audiencesTransform raw footage into polished social media content using CapCut and CanvaTranslate complex FamilySearch features into engaging, easy-to-understand content that clearly communicates valueStay ahead of social media trends and create content that leverages trending formats, sounds, and styles while remaining on-brandIdentify and connect with influencers in the genealogy, family history, and lifestyle spaces; pitch and coordinate collaboration opportunitiesBrainstorm creative content ideas and campaign concepts with the teamCreate and manage content calendars and tracking spreadsheets to monitor channel and post growthMeet weekly deadlines and work effectively under pressure while maintaining content qualityQualifications: Currently enrolled in college or recent graduate (within one year of graduation)Passion for family history and connecting people to their heritageStrong interviewing skills with ability to make people comfortable and draw out authentic, emotional storiesEye for visual storytelling with ability to identify and incorporate compelling visuals into engaging contentStrong writing skills with ability to craft compelling captions, scripts, and copyDemonstrate ability to simplify complex information into digestible social media contentProven track record of creating trend-aware content (portfolio required-please provide 2-3 examples)Proficiency in CapCut and Canva for video editing and graphic designExcellent communicator and people person who thrives connecting with diverse individualsProcess and deadline-driven with strong organizational and time management skillsDetail-oriented and able to work independently with minimal supervisionOwn smartphone capable of shooting quality video contentPreferred: Experience in social media management and metrics trackingExperience reaching out to and collaborating with influencers or content creatorsWHAT YOU’LL GAIN Build your portfolio with high-quality, purpose-driven content for a global organization with millions of followers worldwide. Gain hands-on experience in brand storytelling, influencer relations, trend-tracking, and social media strategy while developing skills that will set you apart in the social media industry.To Apply: Submit your resume along with 2-3 examples of content demonstrating your ability to capture compelling narratives, simplify complex topics, and leverage social media trends.About Us: Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

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