Social Content Specialist

Social Content Specialist

Chicago, IL ( (hybrid 2 days onsite)

Placement Type:

Temporary

Salary:

$37.50-41.67 Hourly

up to $41.67/hr

Join a dynamic team at a leading global consumer goods company dedicated to shaping the voice of iconic brands that resonate with millions. Our organization is at the forefront of innovation, committed to creating engaging experiences and fostering strong communities around beloved household products.

As a partner with Aquent, you’ll contribute to a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and impactful storytelling.

The Role: Social Media Creative Powerhouse

Are you a creative who lives and breathes social media? We are seeking an exceptional individual to step into a pivotal role where your passion for storytelling and trend-setting content will directly influence how consumers engage with our brands.

This is your chance to be the face and voice of exciting campaigns, crafting bold, platform-native content that stops thumbs and sparks conversations. If you have a sharp eye for design, a knack for video editing, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you’ll find an unparalleled opportunity to drive cultural relevance for world-class household names.

What You’ll Do

• Content Creation: Develop captivating, platform-native content (video, photo, and static graphics) that aligns with brand guidelines and current trends.
• On-Camera Presence: Regularly appear on camera within produced content, bringing authenticity and personality to our brands’ social presence.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and agency partners to ensure content aligns with overarching brand strategy and campaign goals.
• Trend Hunting: Stay at the pulse of social trends, platform updates, and emerging formats to evolve our content strategy.
• Full-Cycle Production: Participate in every stage of creation—from initial ideation and creative briefing to final execution and editing.
• Asset Management: Discover, source, and manage content banks, including user-generated (UGC), employee-generated, and partner-produced assets.
• Performance Analysis: Regularly analyze data to assess content effectiveness and identify opportunities for optimization.

What You’ll Bring

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in social media content creation.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in videography, photography, and editing using tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and CapCut.
• On-Camera Talent: Proven ability to create and star in camera-facing content.
• Portfolio: A compelling portfolio showcasing standout social content and creative impact is essential.
• Platform Expertise: Deep understanding of major social platforms, algorithms, and best practices.
• Communication: Excellent copywriting and storytelling skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field.
• Industry Background: Experience in CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) or an agency environment.
• Language: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
• Social Presence: A visible personal social presence on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube.