Content Creator (Freelancer) - CO

<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a creative and highly motivated Content Creator to join WITHIN's Creative Production team in a full-time capacity. If you live and breathe social media, especially platforms like TikTok, and have a knack for creating thumb-stopping, authentic content, this role is for you! You'll be instrumental in bringing our brand(s) to life online, transforming ideas and trends into engaging content, with a strong focus on User-Generated Content (UGC) styles. Reporting to the Post Production Supervisor, you will be a key player in our content creation engine, collaborating across teams to produce timely and relevant social-first content.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Trendspotting & Ideation:</strong> Constantly monitor social media platforms (especially TikTok, Instagram Reels, etc.) to identify emerging trends, sounds, and formats, translating them into actionable content ideas for our accounts.</li> <li><strong>Content Creation:</strong> Conceptualize, script, shoot, and edit engaging short-form video and static content optimized for various social media platforms, capturing an authentic, often UGC-style, look and feel.</li> <li><strong>UGC Focus:</strong> Develop and execute strategies to encourage and leverage user-generated content, as well as create brand content that mimics authentic UGC.</li> <li><strong>Creative Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with the [Social Media Manager / Content Lead] and broader Marketing/Creative teams to align content with campaign goals, brand voice, and platform best practices.</li> <li><strong>Basic Editing & Graphics:</strong> Perform necessary edits, add text overlays, incorporate trending audio, and utilize basic motion graphics or in-app effects to enhance content and ensure it's platform-native.</li> <li><strong>Asset Management:</strong> Organize and manage digital assets (raw footage, edited videos, graphics) for social media use, ensuring easy access and archiving.</li> <li><strong>Platform Management:</strong> Stay updated on best practices, features, and algorithm changes across key social media platforms.</li> <li><strong>Performance Awareness:</strong> Have a general understanding of what resonates with audiences and contribute insights based on content performance.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Social Media Native:</strong> Proven experience creating engaging content specifically for platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts. You understand the nuances, trends, and culture of these spaces intrinsically ("chronically online" is a plus!).</li> <li><strong>Content Creation Skills:</strong> Demonstrated ability to shoot (often with a smartphone) and edit compelling short-form video content.</li> <li><strong>Editing Proficiency:</strong> Comfortable using mobile editing apps (e.g., CapCut, InShot) and/or basic desktop software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Rush, iMovie, basic Premiere Pro). </li> <li><strong>UGC Acumen:</strong> Strong understanding of what makes UGC effective and experience creating content in that authentic style.</li> <li><strong>Creative & Agile:</strong> Ability to generate creative ideas quickly and adapt to the fast-paced nature of social media trends.</li> <li><strong>Collaborative Spirit:</strong> Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment.</li> <li><strong>Organizational Skills:</strong> Abilit