Student Content Creator: Luxury Gift Brand (UGC)

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A local employer in Lexington, KY, is seeking a part-time Student Content Creator. The role focuses on creating engaging content for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, requiring strong visual storytelling skills and familiarity with current content trends. Ideal candidates will have a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing authentic moments. Compensation is between $15 to $20 per hour, making it a great opportunity for current students at UK who wish to build their portfolios.

Qualifications

• Strong eye for detail and storytelling.
• Ability to capture high‑quality photos and videos using a smartphone or camera.
• Ability to create aesthetic content that highlights products.

Responsibilities

• Capture authentic, aesthetic, and emotionally engaging content.
• Film and photograph real moments of gift packaging and showcases.
• Create scroll‑stopping content that connects emotionally with viewers.

Skills

Familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest content trends

Experience capturing unboxing videos, flat lays, and behind‑the‑scenes workflows

Basic Canva skills for thumbnails, overlays, or simple edits

Understanding of lighting, angles, and staging for product‑focused content

Experience creating content intended for ads

Ability to suggest creative ideas, hooks, and content angles

Comfort appearing on camera or directing others when needed

Education

Current UK student

Tools

CapCut

InShot

Job description

A local employer in Lexington, KY, is seeking a part-time Student Content Creator. The role focuses on creating engaging content for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, requiring strong visual storytelling skills and familiarity with current content trends. Ideal candidates will have a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing authentic moments. Compensation is between $15 to $20 per hour, making it a great opportunity for current students at UK who wish to build their portfolios.