Urban Cycling Institute

Job Description

Content Creator

Role Overview

We are looking for a creative and motivated content creator to join our team. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about active and sustainable mobility. The role requires a knack for scouring cutting-edge research,  interesting stories, debates and news that links the organization’s work with ongoing issues in cycling and transportation. You will hone your skills in research, creative writing, and social media outreach while contributing to an impact-driven research non-profit. You would work closely with our Communications Officer to shape and amplify our message through engaging content.

Key Responsibilities

  • Curate and interpret research, news, legislation etc. in engaging social media posts
  • Transform complex research and data into compelling narratives and easily digestible content for diverse audiences.
  • Create and schedule posts to amplify the organization’s message on platforms like Bluesky, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.
  • Liaise with the communications officer on social media content ideas and campaigns
  • Ensure all content adheres to copyright laws and check for Creative Commons-licensed materials for use.
  • Organize and maintain a comprehensive database of content for future use, ensuring a steady flow of posts.

Details

  • Start date February 2025
  • 2 days per week
  • Open to remote
  • Freelancer registration/license required

Qualifications

  • Strong interest in communications, social media, and/or urban studies, urban planning, cycling, and related themes.
  • Deep knowledge of current debates and discourse on mobility and cycling narratives
  • Experience in creating and posting social media content.
  • Familiarity with social media trends and best practices.
  • Video editing skills to make YouTube Shorts and Reels a plus
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Application Requirements

  1. Assignment: Go through our website and social media channels to familiarise yourself with our areas of work, themes and tone. Draw up a proposal (can be bullet points too) on how you would link our work with contemporary debates and discourse in news media and popular media (300 words max).

 2. CV: Please include a CV with relevant work experience

3. Proof freelancer registration document

What to expect in return:

  • Opportunity to expose your content and ideas to an audience of more than 550K followers
  • Hands-on experience in content creation and strategy for a mission-driven organization.
  • A chance to shape the narrative around cycling and urban mobility.
  • Access to the latest discussions in cycling and urban mobility trends.
  • A monthly stipend based on 16 hours per week

Deadline

To apply, please send your portfolio and completed assignment by January 24th January 2025

Send your questions and submissions to media@urbancyclinginstitute.com

Selected applicants will be invited for an interview on 29th and 30th January

We look forward to hearing from you!