Vigilant Hope is a grassroots nonprofit in Wilmington, NC, whose mission is to follow the Way of Jesus by pursuing social, spiritual, and economic health with our neighbors in Wilmington's Southside and by helping faith communities discover and fulfill their unique purpose in their community. For 20 years, Vigilant Hope has lived at the intersection of two worlds- the Southside neighborhood and the pews of the local church. We remained relationally rooted in both communities, listening to the people and shaping our work around current felt hopes and needs. Today, our organizational programming focuses on youth leadership development, brokering economic opportunities, preserving home stability, mobile street outreach, and helping congregations leverage their assets to help "move the needle" in addressing root causes of poverty and to seek God's Kingdom- on earth as it is in heaven.
Position Summary:
This role captures, creates, and shares the everyday stories of Vigilant Hope in a way that builds community, inspires generosity, and accurately represents our mission. Through compelling photography, video, graphic design, and written content, this position helps people see a historically neglected community with fresh eyes, changing narratives and opening doors for healthier relationships. This role will be at home writing a fundraising appeal for a donor base rooted in faith and in making a reel that people on the Southside will actually stop and watch. The ideal candidate holds cross-cultural fluency and already has roots in the Southside. They naturally notice trends, think in stories, see opportunities for compelling content in everyday moments, and enjoy creating videos, captions, and campaigns that people genuinely want to watch and share. Primary Responsibilities Social Media Management Design engaging content for Vigilant Hope Facebook and Instagram accounts. Create graphics, photos, videos, reels, and stories that align with our brand. Maintain a consistent posting schedule. Write captions that communicate our mission with authenticity and clarity. Monitor comments and messages, responding appropriately or directing questions to staff. Storytelling Help community coordinators and baristas capture stories of neighbors, volunteers, and staff Help document the oral history of Wilmington's Southside through resident interviews Photograph community events, programs, and daily life at Vigilant Hope. Film and edit short-form videos for social media and email campaigns. Honor the dignity and privacy of our community by following organizational storytelling guidelines. Marketing and Communications Assist with marketing campaigns, fundraising initiatives, and special events. Design promotional materials including flyers, graphics, presentations, and digital advertisements. Help maintain a consistent visual identity across all communication platforms. Assist with email newsletters and campaign communications. Website Maintenance Keep website content current. Update event pages and ministry information. Assist with search engine optimization (SEO) and website improvements. Monitor digital analytics and recommend improvements. Brand Stewardship Ensure all public communications reflect Vigilant Hope's mission, values, and voice. Maintain organized photo and video libraries. Help develop new storytelling opportunities throughout the organization. Qualifications Demonstrates a personal commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Vigilant Hope and a desire to work for a faith-driven organization An ideal candidate will have an established love for and strong relationships in the Southside community (i.e. resides, grew up, worships on the Southside). Cross Cultural Fluency Strong writing and communication skills. Experience with graphic design platforms such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite. Experience creating engaging social media content. Photography and basic videography skills. Ability to edit short-form videos. Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects. Preferred Skills Experience with Squarespace. Experience with Bloomerang or nonprofit CRM systems. Basic knowledge of Meta Business Suite. Understanding of nonprofit fundraising and communications. Experience with SEO.
Application Questions:
Tell us about a recent social media trend you loved. How would you adapt it for a nonprofit like Vigilant Hope? View the following reel and provide three examples of how you would improve the quality of the video editing. Write an updated caption for the video. Rewrite the following caption considering Vigilant Hope's audience and what a viewer might actually read: "Today we served our neighbors. Thank you to everyone who volunteered." Provide your digital portfolio or examples of your work (optional)
Pay:
$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Tell us about a recent social media trend you loved. How would you adapt it for a nonprofit like Vigilant Hope? View the following reel (https://www.facebook.com/share/r/14gNZfvxnNu/) and provide three examples of how you would improve the quality of the video editing. Write an updated caption for the video. Rewrite the following caption considering Vigilant Hope's audience and what a viewer might actually read: "Today we served our neighbors. Thank you to everyone who volunteered." Provide your digital portfolio or examples of your work (optional)
