JOIN OUR PACK!
Zilker Bark is a Dog Photography Project that takes pride in creating quality dog content for the whole world to enjoy. While much of what we do is purely for entertainment purposes, so much of our focus is on giving back. Over the last two years, Zilker Bark has raised of $165k for area Non-Profits, as well as helped to find many dogs their forever homes.
We're currently looking for talented individuals to join our pack and help us continue to have a positive impact on our community. Take a look at the available positions below.
Social Video Creator
Part-Time (2-4hrs/week)
OVERVIEW
The social video creator will be responsible for creating video content for social media use. The video creator will shadow the ZilkerBark photographers during sessions to create viral video content. This role will also include creating videos from archived content based on creative themes.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this role include arriving at a shoot location and working with a ZilkerBark photographer to create videos. 24-48hr turnaround times may be required in some instances. The expected number of videos produced each month will be around 10.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
Strong competence in video trends such as TikTok videos and Reels
Video editing experience (editing on a smartphone is sufficient)
Candidate must be up on current music trends to overlay on video content
Strong understanding of internet dog culture
Must love dogs!
PAY - $70-$100/video
HOW TO APPLY
If you're interested in this position, please head to this think link to fill out our application form. You may be asked to produce example video content relevant to this ZilkerBark project. If we are interested in learning more about you, we will reach out via email.
Photographer’s Assistant
Part-Time (2-6hrs/week)
OVERVIEW
As a photographer’s assistant, you will be responsible for aiding in our dog portrait sessions. The ideal candidate is outgoing, and a quick learner who has strong “people skills”. This person should also have experience working with all types of dog behaviors.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this role include arriving at a shoot location and working with a ZilkerBark photographer to greet guests. Once the session begins, you’ll be responsible for assisting the photographer to ensure a successful session takes place. This may include working with dogs and their owners in a way that will create desired “looks” for the photographer.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
No photography experience required
Previous experience with dogs is ideal
Must be able to work well with a team
Must be outgoing and a strong communicator
Must love dogs!
Pay - $20/hr
HOW TO APPLY
If you're interested in this position, please head to this think link to fill out our application form. If we are interested in learning more about you, we will reach out via email.
Photographer
PART-TIME
OVERVIEW
Zilker Bark is committed to providing its clients with the HIGHEST quality photographs, and we're looking for photographers who can produce that work. The ideal candidate will be proficient in photography and extremely familiar with dogs and dog behavior.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Zilker Bark photographer, you'll be responsible for going to locations for client sessions. You will also be required to provide professional photo edits in a timely fashion before returning them to the client. This position may require 5-25hrs per month of on-location shooting.
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of TWO years of PROFESSIONAL photo experience
EXCELLENT people skills and client communication
Proficiency in Lightroom
Some experience in dog training is helpful
Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Excellent email management
General preparedness
You must have professional-level camera supplies, including a full-frame camera
PAY
$225-$325/hr - Depending on type of photo work
How to Apply
If you're interested in this position, please take a moment to fill out the form below.
Please remember, this position requires a minimum of TWO years of professional photography experience. If you’re interested in the opportunity, but don’t have enough experience, we recommend you check out our Dog Photography Workshop.
Social Media Manager
FULL or PART-TIME (not currently available)
OVERVIEW
ZilkerBark is looking for a HIGHLY organized and motivated individual to work as Social Media Manager for a variety of accounts. Social Media Managers are responsible for implementing a brand's social media strategy with supervision. The SMM works across many fundamentals of social media to support the social team including monitoring trends, competitive audits, writing copy, scheduling and reporting/analytics.
LOCATION
Austin is preferred, but willing to consider candidates outside of Austin.
QUALIFICATIONS
Pet lover
A strong understanding of Instagram and Facebook
Detail oriented
Efficient and effective decision making
Self-manages own time according to deadlines
Proficient writing, communication and presentation skills
Problem solver who is quick on their feet
Ability to see opportunities to proactively engage with relevant industry influencers, events and trending topics on social media
RESPONSIBILITIES
Schedule and manage content for all of the primary social media accounts
Provide recommendations based on social interactions to create robust, serviceable, and compelling content for our audience.
Strong writing skills (technical/creative)
Comfortable with executing ideas
Capable of and responsible for writing in all mediums, everything from social posts to video scripts
Familiar with paid media campaigns across a variety of digital platforms using native and third-party tools
Confidently manage campaigns from start to finish with modest amounts of supervision
Understand campaign strategies that over-deliver on their needs
Develop in-depth and technical reports to showcase performance
Responsible for channel planning across digital placements, including search and social
REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
1-3 years experience developing and managing social/digital campaigns at a social or digital media agency, with a combination of both editorial and paid social or PPC
Ability to problem solve and think critically
Proven record of managing multiple projects at once
Ability to stay highly organized and efficient in a fast-paced, rigorous work environment
How to Apply
If you're interested in this position, please email your resume to alex@zilkerbark.com and include in your cover letter why you should be considered for the position. When sending your resume, please also include links to your personal social medias as well as any social medias you've worked on. Include "Social Media Manager" in the subject line of the email.