Digital Content Creator, Hawaii Home + Remodeling (Hybrid)
This position is hybrid with our office located in Honolulu, Hawaii. We require applicants to be available to work during standard Hawaii-based work hours (8am-5pm GMT-10). You must be a resident of Hawai’i to be hired for this role.
About Us
Hawaii Home + Remodeling magazine has been an informative and creative local resource for more than four decades. Rooted in the spirit of ‘ohana, Hawaii Home + Remodeling develops a greater community by connecting Island families and businesses to build spaces, dreams and memories. Big or small, all home projects and ideas are welcome.
Hawaii Home + Remodeling is the only magazine in the state dedicated to reaching and influencing building industry professionals and the general public. Through our print, website, newsletter and social media outlets, our team shares the latest industry news, inspiring renovations and building projects, tips from experts and more. We highlight sustainable living, interior design, multigenerational homes, architecture, home goods retailers, landscaping and gardening, pools, homebuying and financing, and local home trends.
About The Opportunity
The Digital Editor at Hawaii Home + Remodeling is a dedicated, collaborative team member who is instrumental in bringing our brand and print content to readers digitally. Our Digital Editor will work with our editor, creative director and sales team to develop strategies and content for our website, newsletter and social media. The Digital Editor also will technically support all digital media production and the art of storytelling through photos, videos and copy, and will take the lead on monitoring industry algorithms, SEO best practices and digital design trends for impactful creative elements.
Responsibilities
- Write stories and create content for online and digital (and some print) as directed by the editor.
- Work with editor to enhance current Hawaii Home + Remodeling website, social media and e-newsletter by analyzing the effectiveness of each platform and researching and implementing ideas for improvement.
- Establish and maintain a regular daily posting schedule for digital stories and social media posts through the creation of a content calendar. The content calendar should include advertiser fulfillment in addition to organic material.
- Responsible for conceptualizing and writing stories for the digital platforms, including sponsored content, e-newsletter and social media.
- Produce videos and posts for social media (Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, etc.)
- Manage social media for contracted HHR clients, under the direction of the publisher.
- Troubleshooting with digital platforms as needed.
- Keep up with digital media trends and work with sales to incorporate new digital strategies to move the entire HHR brand forward.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in digital media, with a portfolio of demonstrated success in marketing campaigns and brand management.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in related fields or equivalent professional experience
- Proficiency in writing and editing.
- Demonstrated understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest).
Preferred Skills/Qualifications
- Web advertising software.
- Working knowledge of CRM/database operations.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, HTML.
- Proficiency in video shooting and video editing.
- Interest in Hawaii’s home and building industry and related topics.
- Knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics and social media metrics.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
