Social Media & Content Creator

K1 Speed Lee's Summit; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

K1 Speed Lee's Summit is seeking a creative Social Media & Content Creator to turn the energy of our locations into engaging content. You’ll film, edit, caption, and publish content for our local channels, and collaborate with management on paid advertising strategies to boost awareness and visits.

We value candidates early in their careers with a portfolio and a hands-on mindset. This in-person role at our Lee's Summit site offers growth as you build a lasting contribution to our brand and

Qualifications

• Portfolio or samples of content created

Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit, and publish engaging content for Kansas City locations
• Create short form videos for Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and paid ads
• Appear on camera, interview guests and staff, bring personality to content
• Capture races, events, and behind-the-scenes moments
• Develop ideas, scripts, captions, and promotional copy
• Manage content calendars and posting schedules
• Collaborate with management on paid advertising content
• Coordinate filming with location managers for events
• Engage with followers and moderate comments
• Review content performance to improve future output
• Assist with collaborations and campaigns
• Maintain organized media library
• Build a content reserve and expand production skills
• Follow brand standards and safety guidelines
• Support related marketing projects as needed

Skills

Video filming

Video editing

On-camera presence

Social media copywriting

Project organization

Creative ideation

Independent work

Collaboration with team

Adaptability to trends

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred (Marketing/Communications/Digital Media/Film)

Tools

CapCut

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Canva

Photoshop

Illustrator

Lightroom

Job description

Overview

We're seeking a creative, outgoing Social Media & Content Creator who can turn the energy of K1 Speed into content that makes people want to visit. From close races and customer reactions to staff personalities and behind the scenes moments, you'll help show Kansas City what makes our locations a great place to race, celebrate, and spend time together.

This full time, hourly position combines content creation with everyday social media management. You'll develop ideas, film and edit videos, take photos, write captions, publish posts, and engage with our audience. You should be comfortable both behind the camera and in front of it, bringing personality to content and helping guests and employees feel comfortable participating.

You'll work directly with management to create content that supports local awareness, repeat visits, promotions, and group events. Management will oversee paid advertising strategy, budgets, and campaign management, while you create videos, photos, and graphics that support those efforts, including paid advertising on Facebook and Instagram. This is a hands on individual contributor position with no direct reports.

We welcome candidates who are early in their careers and can demonstrate creativity, initiative, and follow through. You don't need an extensive corporate marketing background, but you do need examples of your work and the ability to take an idea from concept to finished content. We're looking for someone who wants to build a lasting role with our team, with room to develop new skills and take on more responsibility over time.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit, and publish engaging content that promotes both Kansas City area locations
• Create short form videos for Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and paid advertising placements on Instagram
• Appear on camera, interview guests and employees, and help bring personality to our local social media channels
• Capture races, customer reactions, group events, staff features, and behind the scenes moments
• Showcase the full K1 Speed experience, including kart racing, arcade games, food and drinks, parties, corporate outings, and leagues
• Stay current with social media trends, sounds, formats, and platform features, and adapt relevant ideas to fit our brand
• Develop original content ideas alongside trend based content to keep our channels varied and engaging
• Manage content calendars and posting schedules for our local social media accounts to maintain a consistent presence for both locations
• Write clear, engaging captions and promotional copy that encourage people to visit, share, or learn more
• Take and edit photos and create graphics for social media, promotions, digital screens, signage, and other marketing needs
• Create videos, photos, and graphics for paid advertising across Facebook and Instagram, working with management to test different messages and creative approaches
• Coordinate with location managers, staff, and the Group Events team to plan filming and support upcoming events and promotions
• Respond to routine comments and messages on the local social media accounts we manage, engage with followers, and bring sensitive customer concerns to management
• Review content performance, identify what connects with our audience, and use those insights to improve future content
• Assist with local creator collaborations and promotional campaigns
• Maintain an organized collection of footage, photos, graphics, and finished content
• Use planning and editing time to build a reserve of content, explore new ideas, and improve production skills
• Follow K1 Speed brand standards and established safety and guest permission guidelines
• Assist with related content, promotional, and marketing projects as needed

Job Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. Studies in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Digital Media, Film, Graphic Design, or a related field are especially relevant
• A portfolio, social media account, or examples of content you've created is required. Relevant work from employment, freelance projects, internships, school organizations, or personal accounts will be considered
• Demonstrated ability to film and edit engaging short form videos, with an understanding of framing, pacing, audio, captions, and how to capture attention
• Proficiency with a video editing tool such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or similar software
• Familiarity with photo editing and graphic design tools such as Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator, or Lightroom
• Strong understanding of Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram, including how to create content suited to each platform
• Comfortable appearing on camera, speaking naturally, and interacting with guests and employees
• Creative mindset, a sense of humor, and a willingness to experiment with new ideas while exercising good judgment
• Strong writing skills, with attention to spelling, grammar, accuracy, and brand voice
• Ability to organize projects, maintain a posting schedule, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments
• Ability to work independently, suggest ideas, and complete projects without constant direction
• Willingness to collaborate with management and staff, accept feedback, and continue developing your skills
• Experience growing a personal or business social media account is a plus
• Experience creating content for entertainment, hospitality, motorsports, or other local businesses is a plus
• Paid advertising experience isn't required, but an interest in learning is welcome
• This position will be based primarily at our Lee's Summit location. Candidates must have reliable transportation and be able to work regularly at both Kansas City area locations

Compensation and Benefits

• Full time, hourly position with approximately 40 hours per week
• Compensation: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skills
• Opportunity for increased pay and expanded responsibilities as your skills and contributions grow
• Benefits eligibility is subject to applicable company policies and plan requirements

Schedule Requirements

This is a full time, in person position based primarily at our Lee's Summit location, with regular work at our Kansas City, KS location.

The schedule will generally include weekday hours, with adjustments for evening, weekend, holiday, and special event filming. Schedules will be coordinated with management to balance content planning and editing with capturing the activity at both locations.

K1 Speed is often busiest outside of traditional business hours. Some of the best opportunities to capture the atmosphere, connect with guests, and create content happen during those busy periods. Being available to capture these moments is an essential part of this position.