Senior Content Creator

Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company's three core products are Snapchat , a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio , an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles .
As a member of the Brand Maker Studio team, you will be instrumental in building the Snapchat brand, and crafting best-in-class marketing materials for a wide range of audiences that help celebrate our latest products, features and company developments.
The Brand Maker Studio team is a diverse crew of artists, makers, writers and designers. But first and foremost, we are creatives. We prioritize craft, drive, and above all else, ideas. We represent one of the world's most innovative companies and serve an engaged global community, so we aim to inspire them with every project, no matter the size.
So, you're thinking about taking on the role of Senior Content Creator at SNAPCHAT? Congratulations on considering a life less ordinary. Let's dive into what this gig is all about...but first, think of yourself as an artisanal sandwich maker at a 5-star deli in Sicily. You'll craft delicious sandwiches that are unique, nuanced and that leave a palpable flavor on the palate of our audience. From prose that snap to visuals that pop, you're the creator of content charcuterie board selection.
Storytelling is an art and you're the master. Your job will be to craft sandwiches, I mean stories, that resonate like well-timed family anecdotes at that holiday dinner. We want narratives that tug at the heartstrings, tickle the funny bones and keep them coming back for more - creating an emotional connection with the audience.
Picture yourself as the diplomat of sandwiches, sorry I meant content collaboration. Work seamlessly with different teams, each with its quirks and charms, to create a cohesive narrative that's as smooth as creamy peanut butter on a lightly toasted PB&J.
You're not just creating sandwiches, I mean content; you're the face of the bread, I mean the brand. You will embody the ethos and vibe of SNAPCHAT. Your job is to make our brand as quirky and endearing as this job posting.
What you'll do:

• Innovative Content Production that stretches the delights and engages of our users and keeps them coming back
• Brand Storytelling Mastery that aligns with our brand ethos that align with the target audience
• Craft compelling narratives that embody our values, missing and impact
• Collaboration and Cross-Functional Impact utilizing collaborative strategies to facilitate communication, encourage an agile mindset where team members are willing to iterate and adjust their approach based on information and feedback
• Brand Ambassadorship through authenticity, passion and advocacy in the work you do with the team internally and externally
• Review and edit content created by team members to maintain quality standards and consistency.
• Provide feedback and guidance to content creators to improve their writing skills and storytelling abilities.
• Foster a collaborative and creative work environment where team members feel empowered to contribute ideas and initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must be a multi-disciplinary, multi-faceted, creator. A doer. A Maker.
• Strong influencing skills that push leaders and teams to create impactful culturally relevant content
• Able to think conceptually and transition creative ideas into thoughtful and well crafted work.
• Present and sell through your team's creative ideas in compelling and effective ways to a large cross functional team and executive stakeholders.
• Manage ambiguity in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to make quick, high-quality decisions based on evolving project needs and creative goals.
• Work in a clear and thoughtful manner and be able to articulate the strategic thinking behind your creative process.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment, but can also work autonomously with strong time management skills.
• Highly curious and interested in exploring and discovering new creative formats that help drive business impact.
• Manage and nurture collaborative working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders across varying verticals, disciplines and markets.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 8+ years of professional experience
• Hands-on creative with demonstrable experience working as a content creator (in-house, freelance or agency)
• Highly proficient in the Adobe Creative Cloud ecosystem (Premiere, AE, .indd, Photoshop, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specific expertise in DSLR's and current phone technology
• Experience working in a Google Docs lead project environment

"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a "default together" approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week. For roles with remote consideration: Remote team members still are expected to travel for mandatory in-person gatherings and to fulfill business needs, at least 4 to 6 times per year.
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don't be shy and contact us at [email protected] .
Our Benefits : Snap Inc. is its own community, so we've got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap's long-term success!
Compensation
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC) :
The base salary range for this position is $152,000-$228,000 annually.
Zone B :
The base salary range for this position is $144,000-$217,000 annually.
Zone C :
The base salary range for this position is $129,000-$194,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.