Remote Culinary Content Creator

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 567,000 - 1,134,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Work from home

Creative freedom

Ongoing contract opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Culinary Content Creator to conceptualize and produce engaging recipes, tutorials, and food visuals for online platforms. You will craft narratives, shoot photography and videography, and edit content for web, social, and newsletters.

The role requires a strong portfolio, proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve, and ability to work independently in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as culinary content creator or related role.
• Photography and videography skills with food styling.
• Strong writing and editing with storytelling.
• Proficiency in photo/video editing software (Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
• Understanding of social media platforms and content optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and test original recipes, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Create high-quality food photography and videography for use across social media, websites, and newsletters.
• Script and produce engaging cooking tutorials and short-form video content.
• Write compelling and informative descriptions and captions for all content.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align content with brand strategy and campaign goals.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest food trends, digital media techniques, and social media platform best practices.
• Engage with the online community, responding to comments and questions.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely delivery of all created assets.
• Edit photos and videos to a professional standard.
• Brainstorm new and innovative content ideas to keep our audience engaged.

Skills

Culinary content creation

Food photography

Video editing

Storytelling

Social media strategy

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Final Cut Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

About the Role Our client is seeking a talented and imaginative Remote Culinary Content Creator to conceptualize and produce engaging digital content for their online platforms. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your creativity from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing a variety of content, including recipes, cooking tutorials, food photography, and short-form videos, all designed to inspire and educate our audience. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, possesses excellent digital media skills, and understands how to create compelling narratives around culinary experiences. This role is perfect for a self-starter who thrives on innovation and can translate culinary concepts into visually appealing and shareable content. You will play a key role in shaping our client's online culinary voice and engaging with a global community of food enthusiasts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and test original recipes, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Create high-quality food photography and videography for use across social media, websites, and newsletters.
• Script and produce engaging cooking tutorials and short-form video content.
• Write compelling and informative descriptions and captions for all content.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align content with brand strategy and campaign goals.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest food trends, digital media techniques, and social media platform best practices.
• Engage with the online community, responding to comments and questions.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely delivery of all created assets.
• Edit photos and videos to a professional standard.
• Brainstorm new and innovative content ideas to keep our audience engaged.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a culinary content creator, food blogger, vlogger, or similar role.
• Exceptional photography and videography skills with experience in food styling.
• Strong writing and editing abilities with a knack for storytelling.
• Proficiency in photo and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
• A strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook) and content optimization.
• A passion for food and a deep understanding of culinary techniques and ingredients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• A dedicated home workspace with reliable high-speed internet access.
• Ability to work remotely and communicate effectively with a distributed team.
• Portfolio showcasing a diverse range of culinary content is required.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home.
• Competitive freelance contract rates.
• Opportunity to build a strong personal brand within the culinary content creation space.
• Creative freedom to explore new ideas and formats.
• Collaborate with a passionate and supportive remote team.
• Potential for ongoing contract work based on performance and project needs.