Social Media Content Creator Part-time

Whakatohea Maori Trust Board; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Whakatohea Maori Trust Board in New Zealand is seeking a dynamic Digital Content Creator responsible for engaging storytelling across social media platforms. This role will focus on capturing real-time events, supporting marketing efforts, and building community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience working within Te Ao Māori contexts, along with strong skills in content creation and social media management.

Fluency in te reo Māori is essential for fostering authentic connections with the community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Te Ao Māori contexts or iwi-based communications.
• Ability to manage multiple content streams and tight deadlines.
• Strong connections with whānau, hapū, and iwi.

Responsibilities

• Create and publish engaging digital content across social media.
• Capture real-time events and stories for community engagement.
• Monitor social media analytics for continuous improvement.

Skills

Digital content creation

Social media management

Writing and editing

Video filming and editing

Social media analytics

Fluency in te reo Māori

Education

Relevant qualification in Communications or related field

Tools

Adobe Suite

Canva

Job description

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Communications Manager, this hands‑on, mobile‑first role is responsible for capturing, creating and publishing engaging digital content across our social media platforms. You will be active within the organisation and the community, capturing real‑time kaupapa, events, pānui and whānau stories that reflect the voice, values and identity of Whakatōhea.

This role supports the delivery of the communications and marketing calendar, contributes to campaigns and key initiatives, and helps build strong, positive engagement with whānau, hapū and iwi through consistent, high‑quality digital storytelling.

Create engaging short‑form digital content including reels, video, photography, posts and stories for social media platforms.

Capture kaupapa, events, announcements and whānau stories in a way that reflects tikanga, authenticity and iwi voice.

Manage day‑to‑day posting, moderation and audience engagement across all social media channels.

Attend organisational and community events to capture and publish content in real time.

Support communications campaigns, pānui and key initiatives in line with the marketing calendar.

Work closely with the Communications Manager and Creative Designer to ensure cohesive storytelling and brand consistency.

Monitor social media analytics and provide insights to support continuous improvement.

Maintain organised digital asset libraries and ensure all media consent forms are obtained and filed appropriately.

Ensure all content meets accessibility, brand, cultural and quality standards, including accurate use of te reo Māori.

Ability to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends to attend events and activations.

Qualifications

Relevant qualification in Communications, Media, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field.

2+ years’ experience working within Te Ao Māori contexts, Kaupapa Māori organisations, or iwi-based communications.

Experience creating and managing content across multiple social media platforms with consistent posting schedules.

Strong mobile‑first content creation skills including filming, editing and posting.

Proficiency with content creation tools such as Adobe Suite, Canva, or equivalent.

Excellent storytelling, writing, and editing skills with high attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple content streams, tight timeframes and on‑the‑ground content capture.

Understanding social media analytics and platform‑specific best practices in line with organisational systems and legislative requirements.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Fluency in both English and te reo Māori (verbal and written) is required.

Strong whānau, hapū and iwi connections and confidence engaging within community settings.