Local Event Research & Email Marketing

About Us:
@dcspot is your go-to Instagram page for discovering the latest restaurants, events, pop-ups, and all things happening in Washington, DC. With over 300k combined followers, we aim to connect locals and visitors with the best experiences DC has to offer.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Research & Content Discovery:
- Stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in Washington, DC, including restaurant openings, food trends, events, and pop-ups.
- Create a weekly list of potential topics, businesses, and events to feature.
- Research and curate detailed information for email newsletters sent to our subscribers.
2. Content Collaboration:
- Assist in brainstorming and planning ideas for short-form video content.
- Provide research support to help create videos similar to those found on Example 1 (https://www.instagram.com/p/CzFH-eBx8jH/) and Example 2 (https://www.instagram.com/p/Cx6fgDsROps/).
- Identify trending topics and audio on Instagram to keep content engaging and relevant.
3. Administrative Tasks:
- Help organize research findings into an easy-to-use format (e.g., Notion, Google Docs or Sheets).
- Track and document outreach efforts with local businesses and event organizers.
- Support with managing an editorial calendar to ensure consistency in email and social media posts.

Skills & Qualifications:
• Passion for food, events, and all things DC!
• Strong research and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Instagram trends and short-form video content.
• Excellent written communication skills, especially for compiling email newsletter content.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Experience with email marketing platforms like Mailchimp, Beehiiv, Mailerlite or Constant Contact.
• Bonus: Video editing skills or familiarity with apps like CapCut, Adobe Premiere or InShot.

Why Join Us?
• Work with a growing and dynamic social media brand.
• Be part of a team that loves exploring Washington, DC.
• Gain experience in content creation, social media, and marketing.