SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATOR

happy-dad; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Dad is looking for a creative individual in Santa Ana, California, to craft engaging TikTok-style videos. The selected candidate will produce 6 to 8 videos weekly, tapping into trends and using their own equipment for filming.

Ideal applicants are TikTok-savvy with a strong portfolio, capable of quickly adapting to trends. Strong editing skills and an understanding of internet humor are essential. This role promises a dynamic and fast-paced working environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of TikTok's algorithm and trends.
• Excellent short-form video editing skills.
• Comfortable appearing on camera.

Responsibilities

• Create and submit 6 to 8 TikTok-style videos every week.
• Stay on top of daily TikTok trends.
• Edit videos using TikTok or similar software.

Skills

Video editing

Social media trends

Content creation

Creativity

Job description

Responsibilities

• Create and submit 6 to 8 TikTok-style videos every week.
• Stay on top of daily TikTok trends, sounds, memes, formats, and viral moments.
• Turn trending content into brand-relevant videos with speed and creativity.
• Brainstorm fresh content ideas that feel authentic, entertaining, and shareable.
• Edit videos using CapCut, TikTok, or similar editing software.
• Film content using your own phone and equipment.
• Adapt quickly to new trends, often creating content within 24 hours.
• Monitor TikTok, Instagram Reels, and emerging social trends for new opportunities.
• Collaborate with the marketing team while also working independently.

Requirements

• You spend a significant amount of time on TikTok and understand the platform inside and out.
• Strong understanding of TikTok's algorithm, trends, and what makes content perform.
• Excellent short-form video editing skills.
• Comfortable appearing on camera or creating engaging behind-the-camera content.
• Creative, fast-moving, and able to execute with minimal direction.
• Strong communication and ability to consistently meet weekly deadlines.
• Portfolio of TikTok or short-form video content required.

Ideal Candidate

• You're the first person to know about new TikTok trends.
• You naturally think, "This would go viral."
• You understand internet humor and meme culture.
• You create content that doesn't feel like an ad.
• You move fast and love experimenting with new ideas.

Deliverables

• 6 to 8 completed TikTok videos submitted each week.
• Weekly list of trend opportunities and content ideas.
• Ability to react quickly to trending moments with same-day or next-day content.