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COMPANY SUMMARY
Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of well-leased, top of tier, modernized, amenitized, and well-located office, retail, and multifamily assets. ESRT’s flagship Empire State Building, the “World's Most Famous Building,” features its iconic Observatory, ranked the #1 Top Attraction in New York City for the fourth consecutive year in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do. The Company is a recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. As of December 31, 2025, ESRT’s portfolio is comprised of approximately 7.9 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.8 million rentable square feet of retail space and 743 residential units. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at esrtreit.com and by following ESRT on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X and LinkedIn.
POSITION SUMMARY
Empire State Realty Trust (ESRT) is seeking a part-time Social Media Content Creator Intern to assist in the strategic vision and execution of the cutting-edge social media program and digital marketing initiatives for the Empire State Building and Empire State Realty Trust. The ideal candidate is an innovative and creative thinker, who is constantly in-the-know when it comes to social video trends on platforms like TikTok and Instagram and able to quickly conceptualize, shoot and edit content.
This role will support the Marketing Team at ESRT, a globally recognized innovator and leader in sustainable real estate. ESRT is the proud owner of the iconic Empire State Building, whose newly renovated Observatory Experience welcomes celebrities, dignitaries, and more than four million tourists per year.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop snackable visual content, short-form social videos, memes, GIF’s and dynamic media assets to grow social media audiences with a focus on TikTok and Instagram
- Strategically and quickly shoot, create and edit video and photo content to tell compelling and engaging stories for the Empire State Building and Empire State Realty Trust audiences
- Be up-to-date on trending video content especially on Reels and TikTok and be able to quickly develop content to match that suits the Empire State Building/ESRT brand
- Identify thumb-stopping, brand and audience building opportunities for content
- Pitch weekly video and content ideas to Social Media Manager
- Contribute creatively and deliver projects on a deadline
- Proficient in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator), FinalCut Pro and other video/photo editing platforms
- Have a deep understanding of social media and audience engagement
- Additional responsibilities as directed
REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Experience of content creation (video, editing, photography, etc.)
- Portfolio or website of relevant work examples
- Detail-oriented and results-driven with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with key social platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, Snapchat and TikTok. is required; knowledge of WeChat, and Weibo is a plus.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with all levels of personnel
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- A student enrolled in a four-year or five-year undergraduate program
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a collaborative work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. As a Great Place to Work® Certified employer, we are committed to maintaining our positive work culture where employees are engaged and can grow and develop. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -
- Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
- Dynamic – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
- Dependable – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work
- Passionate – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
- Curious – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder
- Ethical – you treat others with respect, act with integrity in how you perform your work, and embrace our collaborative culture
- Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through
$22.50 - $22.50 an hour
Salary is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, job location, size of property where applicable, and/or certifications. In addition to your base salary, ESRT provides discretionary annual bonuses.
ESRT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because they drive curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, reproductive choices, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, caregiver status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship for the Company are available for applicants and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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