Primary Skills: TikTok/Reels (advanced), Short-form video editing (advanced), Creator workflows (intermediate), Social media trends (advanced), Content briefing (intermediate)
Contract Type: W2
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Chicago, IL / Greater NY Metro Area (#LI - Hybrid/Remote)
Travel: Up to 25% (not likely that much) maybe once a quarter
Pay Range: $25/hr - $30/hr
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Job Summary:This role is for a creative specialist to produce authentic, platform-native social content that connects with target audiences. You will leverage your expertise in short-form video and UGC-style content to build brand engagement. The ideal candidate will understand creator collaborations and contribute to content strategy. Resumes should include candidates portfolio link at the top
Key Responsibilities:
- Craft engaging social content for various platforms.
- Edit short-form videos with a lo-fi, platform-first aesthetic.
- Assist in developing content and creator briefs.
- Stay current with social media trends and emerging formats.
- Collaborate with internal teams on content strategy.
Must-Have Skills:
- Strong TikTok / Reels experience
- Work that feels platform and not overly polished
- Experience with creators / influencers / UGC workflows
- Ability to contribute to content & creator briefs
- Recent short-form video work, Examples of lo-fi / UGC-style content
- Strong social-first editing skills
Experience with creator platforms and user-generated content is highly preferred for this role.
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