Content Creator (PT) - TPH Academy Grand Rapids

Kids for the Future; Byron Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 4,500 - 5,600; Part time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a part-time Content Creator to visually tell the stories of our student-athletes and hockey program across social platforms. This contractor role blends on-site content capture with remote editing and scheduling, averaging about 20 hours per month.

You'll need a strong portfolio, own photo/video gear, and daytime availability to cover events. The role offers flexible hours with a remote editing component.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating engaging, dynamic content.
• Interest in youth sports, hockey preferred.
• Experience managing professional social media accounts.
• Reliable daytime availability to cover events at least one day a week.
• Ability to commit 1-5 days per week, flexible around events.
• Own/high-quality photo and video equipment; mobile device acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Content Capture: photograph and video student-athletes during training, classroom and events.
• Storytelling: create short-form captions and posts that tell authentic stories.
• Social Media Management: post regularly across platforms and monitor engagement.
• Event Coverage: attend daytime events and cover academy activities.
• Editing and Production: edit media for polished social media content.
• Alumni Spotlight: develop features on academy alumni.

Skills

Creative mindset

Sports interest

Social media expertise

Daytime availability

Commitment

Equipment

Job description

• Base Pay $400.00 - $500.00 / Month
• Employee Type Contractor/1099

Description

Are you a visual storyteller with a passion for content creation and a deep-rooted interest in the sports world? Do you thrive on capturing compelling moments and sharing authentic narratives? TPH Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and experienced part-time Content Creator to bring the unique journey of our student-athletes to life!

This is a chance to be the visual voice of a leading academic and athletic program. You will be on the front lines, documenting the dedication, triumphs, and daily life that define the TPH Academy experience.

This position averages 5 hours weekly/20 hours monthly, split between on-site content capture and remote content editing and scheduling.

The Role: Visual Storyteller

As our part-time Content Creator, you will be responsible for capturing, curating, and sharing the diverse stories of TPH Academy student-athletes, their families, and our alumni across various digital platforms. Your mission is to connect our community and showcase the TPH difference—the balance of academic rigor, elite athletic development, and personal growth. This is a contractor position.

Core Responsibilities and Duties

Content Capture: Proactively seek out and capture high-quality photo and video content of student-athletes in action (training, classroom, and community events).

Storytelling: Develop compelling short-form narratives, captions, and posts that tell the authentic stories of individual student-athletes and the Academy as a whole.

Social Media Management: Post content regularly and consistently across TPH Academy social media channels (e.g., Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook). Monitor engagement and trends to maximize reach.

Event Coverage: Attend and cover Academy-specific events, including daytime training sessions, academic activities, and on-site events, requiring daytime availability.

Editing and Production: Edit photos and videos into engaging, polished content suitable for social media distribution.

Alumni Spotlight: Help track and create features on TPH Academy alumni to inspire current and future student-athletes.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications

Creative Mindset: A passion for visual storytelling and a portfolio that demonstrates your ability to create engaging, dynamic content.

Sports Interest: A strong interest in and understanding of youth sports, more specifically, hockey.

Social Media Expertise: Proven experience managing and creating content for professional or high-engagement social media accounts. Familiarity with current platform trends and best practices is a must.

Availability: Must have reliable daytime availability to cover events and activities during the typical academy day at least one day a week.

Commitment: Ability to commit 1-5 day time hours per week, with flexibility required around event scheduling.

Equipment: Required to own and skillfully operate personal, high-quality photo and video equipment. Professional utilization of a high-end mobile device is permissible.

The Ideal Candidate Is:

Self-Motivated: Capable of working independently to identify and create content opportunities without constant supervision.

Energetic & Approachable: Able to quickly build rapport with student-athletes, parents, and staff to capture natural, authentic moments.

Detail-Oriented: Focused on delivering polished, brand-consistent content every time.

Summary