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Social Media Contractor I

inSync Staffing · New York, NY, USA · Remote ·

Pay:
$35-$40/hr
Job type:
Contract

Job Title:

Social Media Coordinator (Contractor I)
Location:

New York, NY 10003
Pay Rate:

$35.00 - $40.00/hr
Schedule:

Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Contract Duration:

12 Months (Starting April 30, 2026)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and creative

Social Media Coordinator

to support a portfolio of well-known lifestyle and entertainment brands across food, home, and design. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong pulse on pop culture, culinary trends, and home lifestyle content.

This role will own the full social content lifecycle-from early production support to post-launch engagement-helping bring shows to life across major social platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation & Execution
Own the social media lifecycle for assigned shows
Review video cuts, write engaging copy, and create highlight clips and social-first content (including memes and short-form video)
Support content distribution across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, and Pinterest
Platform Operations

Assist with day-to-day management of YouTube channels, including video uploads, optimization, and thumbnail organization
Community Engagement

Monitor and engage with audiences across platforms, especially TikTok
Identify opportunities to amplify fan-generated content
Scheduling & Publishing

Schedule and publish content with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Trend Monitoring

Stay ahead of emerging social trends, platform updates, and viral content opportunities
Production Support

Capture live or native content as needed and provide input on content performance and optimization
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required
3+ years of professional social media experience
Proficiency in

Adobe Premiere

and

Adobe Photoshop
Experience with social publishing and analytics tools (e.g., Sprout Social, Creator Studio, Tubular)
Strong understanding of platform best practices and audience behavior across major social channels
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create engaging, on-brand content
What We're Looking For

Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proactive, solutions-focused mindset
Passion for food, home design, and lifestyle content is a plus
Flexibility to support occasional evening or weekend programming as needed
Team Environment

You'll be joining a collaborative, fast-moving marketing team that values creativity, accountability, and continuous learning.

Benefits (Employee Contribution)

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health insurance
Health savings account (HSA)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Interview Process

Details to be shared during initial screening.