Content Creator

Sassywoof; Sterling, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Sassy Woof in Sterling, VA is seeking a part-time Content Creator to capture photography for our pet brand, with roughly 15–20 hours per week. You’ll work with the marketing team to produce product, lifestyle, and brand imagery on website and social channels.

This role favors an emerging photographer looking to grow a portfolio, with opportunities to shoot product launches, events, and campaigns, plus basic video and graphic design tasks.

Qualifications

• Portfolio or samples of photography work.
• Comfortable using a DSLR camera.
• Basic photo editing experience.
• Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Patient and comfortable working with dogs and cats.

Responsibilities

• Brainstorm and pitch social media content ideas.
• Create short-form video content for TikTok and Instagram.
• Design graphics for social media, email, and web content.
• Assist with photoshoots, launches, and events.
• Edit photos and prepare product images for use.
• Stay current with social media and design trends.
• Collaborate with marketing on campaigns and concepts.

Skills

Photography experience

DSLR usage

Basic photo editing

Creative

Organization

Team collaboration

Dog-friendly

Tools

DSLR camera

Job description

Company: Sassy Woof
Position: Content Creator
Employment Type: Part-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Location: Sterling, VA
Hours: Approximately 15–20 hours per week

About Sassy Woof

At Sassy Woof, we're passionate about creating stylish, functional pet accessories that help celebrate the everyday moments between dogs and their humans. From licensed collections to seasonal launches and community events, we love creating content that makes dog parents smile.

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented Part-Time Content Creator to join our team and help bring our products, pups, and brand to life through photography.

Position Overview

The Content Creator will work closely with our creative and marketing teams to capture high-quality photography for Sassy Woof’s website, social media, email marketing, advertising, product launches, and other brand initiatives.

This is a great opportunity for an emerging photographer who is looking to build their portfolio and gain hands‑on experience photographing products, dogs, lifestyle moments, and branded content.

What You'll Do

Brainstorm and pitch creative social media content and campaign ideas.

Create short‑form video content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other social platforms.

Design engaging graphics and visual assets for social media, email marketing, website content, digital advertising, and promotional campaigns.

Create on‑brand graphics for product launches, seasonal collections, collaborations, giveaways, and events.

Assist with the development of marketing materials such as digital banners, promotional graphics, flyers, signage, and other branded collateral.

Work within Sassy Woof’s existing brand guidelines while bringing fresh, creative design ideas to the team.

Assist with basic photo editing, retouching, cropping, and product image preparation as needed.

Assist with filming behind‑the‑scenes content, product launches, and events.

Stay on top of current social media, graphic design, and visual content trends.

Monitor engagement and help identify opportunities to grow our online community.

Collaborate with the marketing team on campaigns, launches, promotions, and creative concepts.

Assist with photoshoots, community events, and product launches.

What We're Looking For

• Photography experience through work, school, personal projects, or a portfolio
• Strong understanding of basic photography principles, including composition, lighting, exposure, and framing
• Comfortable using a DSLR
• Basic photo editing experience
• Creative and willing to experiment with new ideas
• Organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaborating with a small team
• Patient and comfortable working with dogs & cats who may not always cooperate with the camera
• Reliable, flexible, and willing to jump in wherever needed

Bonus Points If You...

• Have created content for your own social media channels or another brand.
• Understand current TikTok and Instagram trends.
• Have basic knowledge of social media analytics.
• Enjoy keeping up with internet culture and viral content.
• Possess knowledge of entertainment, movies, pop culture, and major licensed franchises

What You'll Gain

Real‑world marketing experience with an established pet lifestyle brand.

Portfolio‑building opportunities with content seen by thousands of dog & cat lovers.

Hands‑on experience in content strategy, brand marketing, and social media

Mentorship from an experienced marketing team.

Plenty of puppy snuggles and a fun, collaborative work environment.

Compensation: $24-29/hr, depending on experience and qualifications.

Sassy Woof is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, military or veteran status, disability, ethnic or national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Sassy Woof is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity.