Social Media Content Creator

About the Role

We are seeking a creative and trend-aware Social Media Content Creator to join our team remotely, based in either the Greater Chicago or Greater New York metropolitan area. This role is a 12-month temporary position offering 100% remote work with W2 benefits. The hourly pay ranges from $20 to $26 depending on experience and location. You will play a key role in shaping the voice of iconic brands by crafting bold, engaging, and platform-specific social content across channels like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop eye-catching static graphics and short-form videos adhering to brand guidelines and current trends.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and agency partners to ensure content aligns with brand strategy and campaign objectives.
• Stay informed on social media trends, platform updates, and emerging formats to continuously enhance content quality and relevance.
• Create social media toolkits, templates, and creative briefs to support campaigns.
• Manage community engagement by monitoring and responding appropriately to comments and messages across owned social media channels using tools like Sprinklr.
• Identify and escalate emerging issues, trends, and opportunities to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum two years of experience creating social media content; experience with community management is advantageous.
• Proficient in graphic design and video editing tools including Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and CapCut.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative content and design skills.
• Thorough understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices.
• Experience using social media management software, preferably Sprinklr.
• Excellent written communication and copywriting abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, design, or a related field is preferred.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a beneficial plus.

Working Conditions and Additional Information

• Position is fully remote but candidates must reside locally in either the Chicago or New York metro areas.
• Reliable internet access is required to perform job duties efficiently.
• Some evening or weekend work may occasionally be necessary due to content schedule or community engagement needs.
• Travel may be required up to 25% of the time for content creation, team collaboration, or events.
• Employment benefits for full-time employees include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, and commuter benefits.
• The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to inclusive hiring practices regardless of race, gender, age, or other protected statuses.