Content Coordinator

The Los Angeles Conservancy seeks a highly motivated Content Coordinator who is passionate about Los Angeles’ history and preserving the county’s architecturally and culturally significant historic resources. The Content Coordinator must be a strong communicator who appreciates the rich diversity of Los Angeles and shares the Conservancy’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Content Coordinator is an integral part of the Conservancy’s small, fast-paced Communications team, helping to develop, coordinate, and execute communication and marketing strategies that promote the organization, programs, advocacy issues, membership, and other initiatives-we are the storytellers. Core responsibilities revolve around coordinating and producing, updating, and maintaining digital and print content for multiple projects and platforms simultaneously.

We’re looking for a skilled coordinator with a passion for storytelling, an eye for design and a positive can-do attitude; someone creative and resourceful who thrives under pressure. This is a full-time exempt position that reports to the Director of Communications.

Job Duties

Content Coordination

• Create engaging and visually compelling content using design, layout and copywriting skills for social media, web, video, print or email, including:
  • Writing, editing and proofreading content for grammar, accuracy and consistent brand voice.
  • Designing branded printed and digital collateral and assets
  • Video production and editing
  • Sourcing photography or taking photos
• Assist with key strategic content projects, including writing, editing, coordinating production, maintaining budgets, working with vendors, and ensuring proper distribution. Projects include LAndmark quarterly member publication, special event program materials, and Preservation Awards videos.
• Maintain content calendars and coordinate production to ensure timely delivery across platforms including the website, social media, email, video, and print
• Work with staff, volunteers, designers, photographers, videographers, and others to generate cohesive and on-brand content
• Cultivate relationships with key community partners, social influencers and volunteers.
• Assist in content strategy development and provide insights for content planning.
• Remain up to date on digital trends and platform optimization strategies.
• Organize and manage digital asset libraries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Social Media

• Administer social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube), including generating post content, scheduling, and sourcing assets.
• Analyze social media performance and implement strategies to increase audience reach.
• Create quarterly social media metric reports, including recommendations.
• Employ community engagement strategies to foster social media growth & engagement.
• Create and compile social media or press kit materials for campaigns and special programs, as needed.
• Attend local events to capture digital content for social, web, and other needs.

Required Qualifications

• Two-to-three years of relevant professional experience
• At least two years of social media production experience (Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Instagram), with a solid understanding of best practices
• Strong writer who knows how to communicate with diverse stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign).
• Proficient in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro for creating and editing video content.
• Passion for preserving L.A.’s historic places
• Flexibility; willingness to pitch in on other projects as needed
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Analytical skills and experience with content performance metrics

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Chicago Manual of Style
• Familiarity with social media management systems (like Sprout Social)
• Experience with CRM (like Salesforce), CMS (like Wordpress), and email marketing systems
• Comfortable with project management tools, such as Asana
• Bilingual, a plus