Digital Content Specialist

Job Details:

Job Location:

Spirit of '76 Offices - Columbia, MO 65202, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $66,000.00 - $76,000.00 Salary, Job Category:
Marketing, Spirit of ‘76, L.L.C.

Are you ready to ignite your career in a dynamic and fun work environment with a national wholesale fireworks distributor? Eager to join a team that thrives on proactive thinking, community, and a winning attitude? Look no further than Spirit of ‘76 Fireworks! We’re on the hunt for a passionate and driven Digital Content Specialist to join Team ‘76. This exciting opportunity is based in our Columbia, Missouri office, so we’re seeking someone who either resides in or is willing to relocate to the heart of Central Missouri.

• Competitive Compensation – Starting salary of $66,000–$76,000 per year, based on experience
• Generous Paid Time Off – 200 hours of PTO per year
• Paid Holidays – 8 paid holidays each year
• Retirement Plan
• Bonus Plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paytient Health Payment Account
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Fireworks Credit – $350 annually
• Employee Fireworks Discount – 50% off at our Retail Store and Seasonal Tent
• Spirit Clothing Allowance – $300 annually
• Paid Sabbatical – Two weeks after 5 years of service

We’re looking for a creative and versatile content professional who can bring our products and brands to life through video and written content. The ideal candidate is comfortable behind the camera, skilled in video editing, and able to write engaging copy for websites, email, social media, and You Tube. You should be able to adapt your style across multiple brands and audiences, stay current on digital and social trends, and manage multiple projects from idea through publication.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and excited to create content that connects with our customers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, Video Production, or a related field preferred
• Previous experience in content creation, copywriting, video production, digital marketing, or social media preferred
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or similar professional video-editing software preferred
• Experience managing You Tube or other social media channels preferred
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience shooting and editing short- and long-form video content
• Knowledge of You Tube, Tik Tok, Instagram, and other digital and social media platforms
• Ability to adapt content and messaging for different brands, audiences, and platforms
• Understanding of SEO and digital content best practices
• Strong creativity, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to review content performance and use analytics to inform future content
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed

• A reliable source of transportation to and from your home base
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to travel to company and industry events as needed
• May occasionally be required to work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends
• May be exposed to varying weather conditions and pyrotechnic displays while capturing content