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Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency. Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get… authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!

Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, Lorissa's Kitchen, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.

Jack Link’s is seeking a social media-minded content creator, with a background in working with META, YouTube, TikTok and other similar platforms, to join our fast-growing Social Media content team.

In this new role, and as a core part of our content production team, you will report to the Sr. Social Media Manager, work closely with the full integrated marketing team, and be surrounded by talented creative services, social media, and digital marketing ecosystem. The ideal candidate is an active user and expert across social platforms, with a keen sense of the latest trends, ready to embrace a rapidly moving and collaborative environment.  The role will require travel to be on-site for select Jack Link’s events to capture content throughout the year.

The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

+ Production Planning: Be an active participant in pre-production planning/story board development

+ Content: Responsible for video capture in multiple formats, as well as still photography, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assets

+ Editing: collaborate with the brand marketing and social media teams to uphold consistent brand messaging across all social media platforms.

+ Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Required Education:

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Required Experience:

+ 1+ years of proven experience in social media and video production, content creation or related fields

+ Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro), animation tools (e.g., Adobe Animate, Adobe After Effects), and Adobe Illustrator

+ Solid grasp on culturally relevant moments and events and how to create content that translates to social and digital media channels

+ Strong understanding of best practices for META, YouTube, TikTok and other social media platforms. Excellent knowledge visual storytelling, and animation principles

+ 20-30% travel to select Jack Link’s events for content capture throughout the year required

+ Preference for candidate to share a portfolio of work that includes longform and shortform video work, branded storytelling, and social-first content that you’ve shot and edited from start to finish

+ Passion for working in a collaborative environment to enhance creativity and think out of the box, with the desire to create and grow as a team

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously for timely delivery of finished content

+ Develop and execute creative concepts in for video and photography that align with brand guidelines and marketing objectives

+ Ability to quickly adapt to brand voice and shifts in social strategy.

+ Team player with a positive attitude, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a client-centered approach to work

+ The ability to work independently and see projects through to completion. Demonstrates a strong sense of personal accountability

+ Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and/or clients at once

+ Demonstrated proficiency using technology and a wide variety of software applications on a mac-based platform, including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ Creative problem-solver with an eye for detail

+ Someone who’s constantly learning and absorbing, possessing a keen eye for pop culture and social media trends

+ Willingness to deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

+ High level of attention to detail and accuracy

+ Willingness to be hands-on, as well as look at the big picture

Preferred:

+ The ideal candidate for this role should have a proven portfolio shooting on a variety of equipment including DSLR cameras, iPhone, and other video/photo equipment as needed and be skilled in editing in Premiere Pro and TikTok.

JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:

Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

The salary range for this role is $56,600 - $77,880 (Annually).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:

Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.