Job Description
Ready to create social content that drives engagement and builds awareness for a leading local automotive group?
Progressive Auto Group is hiring a Content Creator / Social Media Specialist — a hands-on role focused on planning, shooting, editing, and publishing engaging content across our four dealerships and body shop.
This role is perfect for someone who loves short-form video, photography, and social media, and who wants to see their work make a real impact on brand visibility, inventory marketing, service promotions, and community engagement.
Why Start Here?
At Progressive Auto Group, you’ll work directly with our marketing team and dealership staff to create authentic, local content that represents our brands. You’ll collaborate with the Marketing Manager and dealership teams to ensure consistent messaging and content strategy across all social platforms. This is a great role for someone who enjoys creativity, organization, and seeing their content in action across multiple brands.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation
Shoot and edit short-form video content (Reels, TikToks, Shorts)
Capture vehicle walkarounds, feature highlights, delivery moments, service tips, and behind-the-scenes dealership content
Take high-quality photos and videos of vehicles, staff, and dealership spaces
Create basic motion graphics or text overlays when needed
Platform Management
Post and manage organic content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn
Ensure content aligns with each brand’s tone and style (BMW vs Ford vs Volkswagen vs Used vs Body Shop)
Planning & Collaboration
Help build and maintain a monthly content calendar
Coordinate with sales, service, and management teams for content ideas
Work alongside the in-house long-form video content creator to clip content for shorts
Stay on top of social trends while keeping content brand-appropriate
Repurpose content efficiently across platforms while maintaining quality
Brand Coverage
Support five distinct brands while maintaining consistency and quality
Balance premium (BMW), mass-market (Ford/VW), used inventory, and collision repair content
What We’re Looking For
Required
Proven experience creating social media content (portfolio required)
Strong video shooting and editing skills (phone-based is fine)
Comfortable being on camera and directing others
Experience with
CapCut, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or similar
Canva, or basic design tools
Strong understanding of short-form content
Valid driver’s license to move between locations
Nice to Have
Automotive or dealership experience
Experience with project management tools like ClickUp
Basic photography and lighting knowledge
Copywriting or caption-writing experience
Success Looks Like
Consistent, high-quality content posted weekly across all brands
Growth in organic reach, engagement, and brand visibility
Strong library of evergreen vehicle and service content
Organized and proactive with content calendar
Ownership of short-form content strategy
Dealership staff comfortable and engaged with content creation
Clear brand distinction between each dealership
What We Offer
Compensation: $40,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience
Schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time, with occasional evenings and weekends
Growth Potential: Opportunities to expand responsibilities as the marketing team grows
Benefits: Health and dental, employee discounts, and more (for full-time employees)
Work Culture: A collaborative, hands-on environment where your creativity and results matter
Progressive Auto Group is hiring a Content Creator / Social Media Specialist — a hands-on role focused on planning, shooting, editing, and publishing engaging content across our four dealerships and body shop.
This role is perfect for someone who loves short-form video, photography, and social media, and who wants to see their work make a real impact on brand visibility, inventory marketing, service promotions, and community engagement.
Why Start Here?
At Progressive Auto Group, you’ll work directly with our marketing team and dealership staff to create authentic, local content that represents our brands. You’ll collaborate with the Marketing Manager and dealership teams to ensure consistent messaging and content strategy across all social platforms. This is a great role for someone who enjoys creativity, organization, and seeing their content in action across multiple brands.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation
Shoot and edit short-form video content (Reels, TikToks, Shorts)
Capture vehicle walkarounds, feature highlights, delivery moments, service tips, and behind-the-scenes dealership content
Take high-quality photos and videos of vehicles, staff, and dealership spaces
Create basic motion graphics or text overlays when needed
Platform Management
Post and manage organic content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and LinkedIn
Ensure content aligns with each brand’s tone and style (BMW vs Ford vs Volkswagen vs Used vs Body Shop)
Planning & Collaboration
Help build and maintain a monthly content calendar
Coordinate with sales, service, and management teams for content ideas
Work alongside the in-house long-form video content creator to clip content for shorts
Stay on top of social trends while keeping content brand-appropriate
Repurpose content efficiently across platforms while maintaining quality
Brand Coverage
Support five distinct brands while maintaining consistency and quality
Balance premium (BMW), mass-market (Ford/VW), used inventory, and collision repair content
What We’re Looking For
Required
Proven experience creating social media content (portfolio required)
Strong video shooting and editing skills (phone-based is fine)
Comfortable being on camera and directing others
Experience with
CapCut, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or similar
Canva, or basic design tools
Strong understanding of short-form content
Valid driver’s license to move between locations
Nice to Have
Automotive or dealership experience
Experience with project management tools like ClickUp
Basic photography and lighting knowledge
Copywriting or caption-writing experience
Success Looks Like
Consistent, high-quality content posted weekly across all brands
Growth in organic reach, engagement, and brand visibility
Strong library of evergreen vehicle and service content
Organized and proactive with content calendar
Ownership of short-form content strategy
Dealership staff comfortable and engaged with content creation
Clear brand distinction between each dealership
What We Offer
Compensation: $40,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience
Schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time, with occasional evenings and weekends
Growth Potential: Opportunities to expand responsibilities as the marketing team grows
Benefits: Health and dental, employee discounts, and more (for full-time employees)
Work Culture: A collaborative, hands-on environment where your creativity and results matter
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Content Creator / Social Media Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Video Editor Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Video Editor Jobs is a plus.
