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Location: Irvine

Reports to: Senior Social Media Manager

This position is full-time and in person located in Irvine, CA.

About ConsumerDirect

At ConsumerDirect, we're transforming the way consumers control their credit, money, and privacy through innovative software solutions. As one of Orange County's Best Places to Work for four years running, we pride ourselves on a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused culture. Join our passionate team of professionals dedicated to making a real impact in the financial technology space. As we continue to scale and innovate, we're looking for a talented individual to join us in our mission to revolutionize the industries we serve.

Role Overview

The Social Media & Content Coordinator will support the planning, creation, production, and execution of engaging content across ConsumerDirect's brand channels and executive (CEO) platforms. This role is ideal for a creative storyteller who enjoys conceptualizing ideas, filming content, editing engaging videos, and creating social-first content that drives engagement. The ideal candidate has experience working with real people on camera and is comfortable producing both short-form and long-form video content from concept through final edit.

Key Responsibilities

Content Strategy & Ideation

• Brainstorm creative content concepts for ConsumerDirect's social media channels and executive platforms.
• Research industry trends, viral formats, and platform updates to develop timely, engaging content.
• Write compelling hooks, captions, and social copy optimized for each platform.

Content Production

• Conceptualize, plan, and film social media content featuring employees, executives, customers, and other on-camera talent.
• Coordinate and assist with video shoots in both office and event settings.
• Capture behind-the-scenes, educational, promotional, and lifestyle content.

Video Editing

• Edit engaging short-form videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn, and other social platforms.
• Edit long-form video content, including podcasts, interviews, webinars, and other branded content.
• Create polished social clips with captions, motion graphics, hooks, and platform-specific formatting.
• Optimize content for audience retention and platform performance using current social media best practices.

Design & Content Creation

• Design social media graphics using Canva.
• Create carousel posts, promotional graphics, and other visual assets for social media.
• Ensure all creative assets align with ConsumerDirect's brand guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional experience in social media, content creation, digital marketing, communications, or a related field. (Required)
• 2–3 years of professional video editing experience, including editing content featuring live people. (required)
• Professional experience using Adobe Premiere Pro (required).
• Experience editing both short-form social content (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) and long-form video content (podcasts, interviews, webinars, etc.).
• Experience conceptualizing, filming, and editing content for social media from start to finish.
• 2+ years of experience using Canva to create social graphics and carousel posts.
• A portfolio showcasing relevant video editing, social media content, and design work is required and must be submitted with the application.
• Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, X (Twitter), and current social media best practices.
• Excellent storytelling, communication, and copywriting skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience filming with DSLR, mirrorless cameras, or iPhone content creation.
• Basic knowledge of motion graphics and animation.
• Experience working with executives, personal brands, or corporate social media accounts.
• Familiarity with social media analytics and content performance metrics.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with standard business hours.
• Requires prolonged periods at a desk and the ability to use computers, editing software, and office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift and transport camera equipment, lighting, or other production gear.
• Ability to attend company events and participate in occasional on-site content production.

Applicants must submit a portfolio demonstrating experience with video editing, social media content creation, and graphic design. Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered. Please send to nikka.gerodias@consumerdirect.com.