Social Media Content Developer

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Social Media Content Developer

Location: Remote / Global

Contract type: Full-time equivalent

Salary range: $15,000-$20,000 annually

Reports to: Chief Community Officer

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About Equitech Futures

Equitech Futures is a global organization dedicated to supporting emerging innovators building technology for the public benefit. Through our programs, ventures, and research initiatives, we bring together diverse communities to solve pressing challenges at the intersection of technology and society. Our alumni, fellows, and collaborators are leading voices across industries, and we’re committed to telling their stories and amplifying their impact.

We’re seeking a Social Media Content Developer who can bring our brand to life across various digital platforms.

This role is production-heavy-you’ll be the creator, strategist, and storyteller behind Equitech’s social presence.

Goals of the Role

  • Brand Building: Enhance the global visibility and recognition of Equitech Futures
  • Recruitment: Drive awareness and applications for programs through engaging content
  • Community Growth: Grow and engage followers across key platforms
  • Storytelling: Showcase ventures, research, alumni, and organizational milestones
  • Thought Leadership: Position Equitech as a leader at the intersection of technology, science, and social impact

Success looks like: Within six months, we expect to see measurable growth in followers, engagement, and brand awareness that translates into increased program applications and stronger visibility for our work.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Ownership

  • Develop and execute platform-specific strategies for Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, and others, tailored to each audience and algorithm.
  • Maintain a consistent daily or near-daily posting cadence, ensuring variety across formats (reels, carousels, stories, memes, lives, educational content, etc.).
  • Actively monitor platform trends and adapt content quickly to stay culturally relevant.
  • Write copy and design visuals optimized for each platform.
  • Manage the content calendar end-to-end, balancing planned campaigns with space for reactive, timely posts.
  • Foster community by engaging with comments, DMs, tags, and mentions daily.
  • Grow reach and engagement through organic strategies, cross-promotion, hashtags, and trend participation.
  • Collaborate with Equitech alumni, fellows, and partners to co-create authentic content.
  • Partner with influencers/creators when relevant to expand reach.
  • Monitor competitor and industry activity, applying insights to refine strategy.
  • Maintain a consistent brand voice and tone across platforms.

Content Creation (DIY)

  • Conceptualize, produce, and publish original content (static, video, and animated).
  • Create visual assets using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or others.
  • Shoot, edit, and optimize short-form video content for Reels, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts.
  • Experiment with Al-powered design and content creation tools to streamline workflows.
  • Develop flexible content calendars that balance planned campaigns with trend-driven posts.

Marketing & Campaign Execution

  • Build and launch both organic and paid social campaigns to support program recruitment, launches, and organizational milestones.
  • Write compelling copy for social media, in line with email campaigns, website, and blog content.
  • Track campaign performance and adjust based on insights.

Analytics & Insights

  • Monitor platform analytics and social listening tools.
  • Report regularly on follower growth, engagement, and content performance.
  • Use data to refine content strategy, posting cadence, and audience engagement tactics.

What You’ll Need

  • Prior hands-on experience in content creation, marketing, or social media management
  • Proven ability to create and edit short-form video content (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
  • Strong graphic design skills (Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Familiarity with video editing tools (CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, etc.)
  • Excellent writing and storytelling skills tailored for digital audiences
  • Deep understanding of social media and internet culture-quick to spot and apply trends
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple platforms and campaigns.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple platforms and campaigns
  • Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

You’ll Be a Strong Fit If You:

  • Are intellectually curious and thrive in a global, cross-cultural team
  • Bring humility, adaptability, and collaborative energy to your work
  • Have an active interest in science, technology, Al, and current affairs
  • Run (or have run) an online passion project or creative side venture
  • Love experimenting with new formats and tools to push creative boundaries

What Equitech Futures Offers:

  • Global community: Work with a diverse, international team of innovators, scholars, researchers, and alumni
  • Creative freedom: Shape the voice of a mission-driven organization and experiment with new formats and tools
  • Love experimenting with new formats and tools to push creative boundaries

What Equitech Futures Offers:

  • Global community: Work with a diverse, international team of innovators, scholars, researchers, and alumni
  • Creative freedom: Shape the voice of a mission-driven organization and experiment with new formats and tools
  • Professional growth: Opportunities to develop skills in digital strategy, content creation, and Al-driven media
  • Impactful work: Amplify initiatives that tackle pressing global challenges at the intersection of equity, technology, and innovation
  • Flexibility: Remote-first culture with autonomy across time zones (with common team meeting hours between 13:00-17:00 UTC weekdays)
  • Compensation: Salary range $15,000-$20,000 USD annually, commensurate with experience

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