Social Media Content Creator
At a glance
Mid-level Social Media role at Lifted, an Upwork Company™. Manila · contract.
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What you'll do
- Create social-first videos, photos, copy, Reels, memes and other formats for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube
- Turn campaigns, launches, cultural moments and consumer trends into platform-specific content ideas
- Plan content calendars, then shoot, edit and publish quick-turn creative independently
- Track social trends and audience response, using performance signals to refine upcoming content
- Coordinate with marketing teams, agencies and creators while checking work against brand guidelines and platform needs
What you bring
- At least eight years creating social media content professionally, with recent work in content creation or digital production
- A portfolio showing substantial social work, including formats such as short-form video, photography, copy or campaigns
- Hands-on ability to take an idea through production, editing, publishing and subsequent improvement
- Strong short-form editing skills with CapCut, Adobe Premiere Rush, InShot, Canva or a comparable tool
Who this fits
This suits a senior hands-on creator with a focused social content specialty, strong visual judgment and the ability to work independently on tight timelines. The role is onsite in Manila and offered as a contract.
From the employer
An enterprise client is seeking an experienced Social Media Content Creator to support the development and execution of high-impact digital content across social platforms. The selected candidate will apply advanced content creation, storytelling, visual, and social media expertise to build engaging brand experiences, strengthen consumer connection, and drive measurable engagement.
The role requires a strong understanding of consumer culture, social trends, short-form content, brand storytelling, and the fast-moving FMCG environment.
Develop and execute original social media content across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and other relevant platforms
Conceptualize content ideas aligned with brand campaigns, product launches, cultural moments, and consumer trends
Create short-form videos, photography, copy, Reels, memes, recipes, DIY content, ASMR, trend-led content, and other social-first formats
Develop and manage content calendars that align creative output with broader brand and marketing objectives
Independently shoot, edit, and publish quick-turn social content while maintaining high creative and production standards
Evaluate emerging social trends, viral formats, platform developments, and internet culture to identify opportunities for brand-relevant content
Translate brand strategies and campaign objectives into culturally relevant, engaging, and platform-native creative
Adapt content concepts, visual styles, storytelling techniques, and tone of voice across different social platforms
Collaborate with internal marketing teams, creative agencies, influencers, creators, photographers, and other external partners
Review and assess social content for creative quality, brand alignment, visual consistency, audience relevance, and platform suitability
Use performance insights and audience feedback to iterate, optimize, and improve content
Ensure all published content consistently reflects established brand guidelines, visual identity, and tone of voice
Deep specialization in social media content creation, digital storytelling, and social-first creative production, rather than broad general marketing knowledge
Minimum 8 years of hands-on professional experience creating content for social media, preferably within FMCG, consumer brands, retail, food & beverage, lifestyle, beauty, or other consumer-facing industries
Verifiable record of substantive creative work across social platforms, including short-form video, photography, copywriting, campaign content, or other digital content formats
Demonstrated ability to independently develop an idea from concept through production, editing, publishing, and iteration
Advanced understanding of Instagram Reels, TikTok, memes, internet culture, viral content, and emerging social formats
Strong practical experience with short-form video creation and editing tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Rush, InShot, Canva, or equivalent platforms
Strong visual judgment and demonstrated ability to apply principles of aesthetics, design, composition, pacing, and storytelling
Proven ability to work within established brand guidelines while adapting tone, creative execution, and storytelling to different platforms
Strong understanding of consumer behavior and the ability to translate cultural and social trends into commercially relevant brand content
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative rationale and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality content under tight timelines
Current or recent experience working directly in social media content creation, digital creative production, or a closely related professional discipline
Verifiable portfolio demonstrating substantial and relevant social media content work
Highly Preferred Candidates
Extensive experience creating content for FMCG or major consumer brands
A strong portfolio of high-performing Reels, TikToks, social campaigns, branded content, or other short-form digital work
Demonstrated ability to identify emerging trends early and translate them into brand-safe, culturally relevant content
Experience developing content for product launches, seasonal campaigns, promotional campaigns, and cultural moments
Professional experience with photography, videography, animation, motion graphics, or graphic design
Experience collaborating with influencers, creators, celebrities, agencies, or production partners
Demonstrated understanding of platform-specific creative best practices and audience behavior
Experience using social analytics, engagement data, and performance insights to improve creative output
Technical work products such as campaign portfolios, published social content, branded video assets, photography, creative concepts, content calendars, campaign reports, or other substantive creative outputs
Ability to demonstrate expertise in a clearly defined area of social content creation, such as short-form video, FMCG content, influencer-led content, social storytelling, or trend-driven creative.
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