Social Media Content Creator - contractor

Amika, LLC.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading haircare brand seeks a Social Media Content Creator for a part-time, hybrid, contract-to-hire role. You will create engaging content for Instagram and TikTok, pitch ideas, and evolve strategies based on performance. Ideal candidates are energetic, experienced in content creation, and fluent in social media.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in content creation.
• Strong understanding of social media nuances.
• Proficient in video and photo editing.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage engaging social media content.
• Pitch content ideas focusing on storytelling.
• Collaborate with the team to analyze content performance.

Skills

Content creation

Social media fluency

Video editing

Storytelling

Community engagement

Tools

Canva

Figma

Job description

Social Media Content Creator - contractor

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 welcome.

the job:

We’re looking for an energetic Social Media Content Creator to join us in a part-time, 3-month contract-to-hire role. 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: $28 - $50 per hour

· timeline: 3 month with opportunity to extend, part-time contract (32 hours/week; Mon-Thurs)

location: hybrid - 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 TikTok
• Create 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 camera
• Edit using mobile tools or scrappy workarounds to make magic from brand assets, UGC, and your own footage
• Collaborate with the team to analyze performance, spot trends, and evolve the content based on learnings
• Use brand content and guidelines to create social assets like IG stories and graphics

must 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 media
• You’re confident behind the camera and in front of it
• You have a reliable setup (+ can travel to utilize our Brooklyn HQ), strong photo + video editing skills, and an eye for aesthetic details
• Proficient in Canva or Figma
• You are high-energy, self-directed, and proactive
• You think in TikToks, Reels, carousels, and comments
• You are community-driven, creating content with an audience-first mindset
• You 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 share

ready to apply?

please click the link below that will bring you to our careers page where you can submit your application + resume (cover letter optional). a member of our team will be in touch soon!