Freelance - Social Media Content Creator

amika means friend. we're a fearless, Brooklyn-born, salon-raised haircare brand + a friend to all hair, hairstylists, the planet + you. we're rooted in clinical results. each product is infused with our intoxicating scent + powered by our superfruit soul, sea buckthorn. known as one of earth's most omega-rich plant sources, this potent berry nourishes your skin, scalp + strands.we're a proud pal to the planet + certified B-Corp. from sustainably sourced ingredients + recyclable packaging to our energy-saving production processes, we pledge to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, waste + energy to reach Net Zero by 2030.having grown up in salons, we know better than anyone how important stylists are-they're our confidantes + community. Think of us as your at-home hairapist, here to empower self-expression + bring joy to your haircare experience. all hair is welcomeTM.the job:We're looking for an energetic Social Media Content Creator to join us in a part-time, 3-month contractor.You'll create, edit, and manage engaging content that grabs attention and drives engagement across paid and organic channels. You'll report to the Director of Content Strategy + Community Engagement and collaborate closely with our fun-loving, fast-moving team.This role has the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and team needs.hourly rate: $30- $50 per hourcontract: up to 32 hours a weeklocation: Brooklyn, NY (must be based in + have the right to work in the US)what you'll do:Pitch content ideas with a strong focus on reach, engagement, and storytelling. Supporting brand growth and community building across Instagram and TikTokCreate and post multiple pieces of high-quality, aspirational content daily (yes, we mean a lot of content-videos, stills, you name it)Be comfortable creating both face-forward and faceless content aka you're confident speaking, performing, and trying new things on cameraEdit using mobile tools or scrappy workarounds to make magic from brand assets, UGC, and your own footageCollaborate with the team to analyze performance, spot trends, and evolve the content based on learningsUse brand content and guidelines to create social assets like IG stories andgraphicsmust haves:You have 3+ years in content creation and have the track record to prove it.You're fluent in social media with a strong understanding of the nuances of brand social mediaYou're confident behind the camera and in front of itYou have a reliable setup (+ can travel to utilize our Brooklyn HQ), strong photo + video editing skills, and an eye for aesthetic detailsProficient in Canva or FigmaYou are high-energy, self-directed, and proactiveYou think in TikToks, Reels, carousels, and commentsYou are community-driven, creating content with an audience-first mindsetYou are a superb storyteller.You have a sharp POV, a great sense of humor, and a deep understanding of what makes audiences tap, like, save,and shareready to apply?